Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Luis Naranjo

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Safety-focused terminal operator with extensive hands-on experience working directly with railcars, containers, and intermodal equipment. Proven track record of career progression from groundsman to crane operator, with expertise in railcar securement, heavy equipment operation, mechanical inspections, and railcar preparation. Recognized for improving yard efficiency, ensuring zero safety incidents, and consistently meeting tight operational deadlines.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Terminal Operator

ITS ConGlobal
10.2023 - 06.2025
  • Groundsman: Secured and unlocked stacked containers on railcars, ensuring compliance with safety standards and preventing cargo damage.
  • Hostler Driver: Transported containers and trailers (20'-53') within the yard; utilized terminal operating systems to accurately locate, stage, and park units, improving yard efficiency.
  • Crane Operator: Operated gantry cranes to load/unload containers and semi-trailers with axles attached onto/from railcars, ensuring precision and safety under tight deadlines.
  • MI-Jack Forklift Operator: Stacked/unstacked chassis and raised 5th wheel hitches on flat railcars for trailers with axles attached, preparing units for secure transport.
  • Conducted inspections of containers, chassis, and railcars; reported mechanical issues to prevent unsafe equipment from entering service.
  • Collaborated with dispatchers, drivers, and yard crews to streamline operations and reduce turnaround times.
  • Maintained a zero-incident safety record by adhering to OSHA, FRA, and company protocols.

Loader and Unloader

Inter-Rail Transport
11.2021 - 10.2023
  • Unloaded and secured brand-new vehicles from railcars with precision, preventing damage to high-value assets.
  • Locked down and prepped vehicles for transport, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
  • Trained and performed setting/removal of rail derails, supporting safe rail operations and reducing potential hazards.
  • Conducted pre- and post-unloading inspections of railcars and vehicles, identifying and reporting mechanical or safety issues.
  • Collaborated with yard crews to optimize train loading/unloading workflow, contributing to faster turnaround times.
  • Maintained 100% adherence to OSHA/FRA safety protocols, achieving a zero-incident record during tenure.
  • Assisted in organizing railcars and staging equipment to improve yard efficiency and operational productivity.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Pointe High School
Phoenix, AZ
05-2022

Skills

  • Railcar Operations & Securement
  • Heavy Equipment Operation: Hostlers, Gantry Cranes, MI-Jack Forklifts
  • Chassis & Trailer Handling (20’–53’)
  • Railcar Preparation & 5th Wheel Hitch Systems
  • Mechanical Inspection & Damage Reporting
  • Safety Compliance: OSHA, FRA, DOT

Certification

  • OSHA Safety Training
  • Forklift / MI-Jack Operation
  • Crane Operation

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Terminal Operator

ITS ConGlobal
10.2023 - 06.2025

Loader and Unloader

Inter-Rail Transport
11.2021 - 10.2023

High School Diploma -

South Pointe High School