Kyle Graber
Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway
Massillon,OH
Work Preference
Work Type
Full Time
Minimum Desired Compensation
$120000/yr
Important To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leaveStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingFlexible work hoursCompany CulturePersonal development programs
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Results-driven professional with extensive experience at Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway, excelling in train operations and safety compliance. Proven leadership in project management and critical thinking, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency. Skilled in electrical systems and system troubleshooting, consistently achieving project goals and maintaining high safety standards.
Work History
Conductor
6 Years 1 Month- Coordinated train movements using radio communication and track authority procedures.
- Performed safe coupling, uncoupling, and switching operations in yard and line service.
- Inspected cars, hand brakes, and running gear to ensure readiness for movement.
- Prepared train documentation and verified consist accuracy before departure.
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
- Guided new hires through on-the-job training, sharing valuable insights and best practices for success in the conductor role.
- Conferred with engineers regarding train routes, timetables and cargoes and discussed alternative routes in response to rail defects or obstructions.
Train Engineer
4 Years 1 Month- Operated locomotives safely across freight routes, maintaining compliance with operating rules and signal indications.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections, verifying brakes, cab controls, and safety equipment before departures.
- Monitored train performance, adjusting throttle and braking to maintain schedule and reduce wear.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers and crew members to execute routing changes and meet movement priorities.
Job Site Supervisor
4 Years 5 Months- Supervised job site crews to maintain workflow, safety compliance, and daily task coordination.
- Coordinated mechanical installation activities with contractors, vendors, and field teams.
- Inspected work progress to verify quality standards, code compliance, and project readiness.
- Scheduled labor, materials, and equipment to support efficient site operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership qualities, resulting in high levels of motivation and commitment from the team members throughout each project.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
Education
AWS D1.1 Structural Welding - Welding
Type Ll HVAC Technician - Hvac
High School Diploma
Skills
Critical thinking
Project management
Project planning
Data analysis
System troubleshooting
Time management
Electrical systems
Control systems
Certification
AWS D1.1 structural welding
ARI Technician Type II HVAC
Conductor Certification
49 CFR 240.129 Engineer certification
American Red Cross Trauma and Injury certification
Timeline
Train Engineer
Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
Conductor
Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway
09.2020 - CurrentRead More
Job Site Supervisor
Air-Temp Mechanical
03.2016 - 08.2020Read More
J.V.S Vocational School
AWS D1.1 Structural Welding from Welding
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R.G Drage
Type Ll HVAC Technician from Hvac
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Fairless High School
High School Diploma
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