Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Signal Maintainer
Amtrak
Rensselaer, NY
09.2013 - Current
Assisted in the maintenance and repair of signal equipment, including track circuits, switches, signals, and interlockings.
Located in-ground cable, pulled new cable and completed wiring of crossing structures.
Inspected, diagnosed and troubleshot crossing electronic equipment, devices and structures and determined appropriate repairs for remediation.
Performed regular maintenance activities such as cleaning contacts and lubricating moving parts in order to prevent premature wear or failure.
Resolved operational issues with signaling systems by troubleshooting and repairing defective components.
Performed preventive maintenance on various types of railroad signals systems to ensure proper operation.
Installed new crossings and signals and repaired existing structures and components to improve safety and prevent accidents.
Repaired damaged cables, wires, relays, control panels, and other related components of the railway signaling system.
Used circuit prints, blueprints, schematics and drawings to complete work accurately.
Installed new electrical components for railway signaling system upgrades as needed.
Replaced defective wiring, broken lenses and burned-out light bulbs.
Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Landscape Horticulture
Suny Cobleskill
Cobleskill, NY
05-1987
Skills
Cable Pulling
Reporting Requirements
Crossing Repairs
Electronics Maintenance
Safety Awareness
Equipment Operation
Documentation Skills
Parts Replacement
Troubleshooting and Diagnosis
Battery Testing
Organizational Skills
Attention to Detail
Custom
I have in the past worked with both the Communication Technician and Radio Technician involving camera equipment, Amtak PIDS, fiber and some of its associated equipment and some radio assistance. I am qualified in RWP, Norac, and Physical Characteristics. I also have a Class A CDL drivers license and am bucket truck and fall protection qualified.