Assists the Conductor in the safe movement of trains by adhering to applicable operating rules/practices.
Ensures safety of passengers and crew by adhering to safety rules. Thinks and functions independently utilizing clear and effective verbal communication skills to interact with passengers, crew members, and others jointly responsible for safe and efficient train movements and customer service.
Works in either a passenger or non-passenger operation (including yard duty and work trains). Secures movement orders and ensures clear understanding by operating crew.
Maintains understanding of operating characteristics and practices including safety rules, air brake rules, electrical instructions, equipment trouble-shooting practices, and emergency procedures.
Train Attendant
Amtrak
05.2022 - 01.2023
This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, comfortable and pleasant journey to our coach and sleeping car passengers. The Train Attendant can work either coach or sleeping cars.
Coach Attendants will be required to keep assigned coaches clean for the duration of the trip, including maintenance of all restrooms.
Sleeping Car Attendants will be required to offer passengers all first-class amenities, make beds, change linen and keep the restroom and shower area clean and sanitary for the duration of the trip.
Trainman
The Valley Railroad Company
03.2020 - 01.2023
Couple air hoses and electrical cables.
Service and operate train generators.
Communicate with train crew via radio and hand signals.
Driver
First Student
01.2022 - 05.2022
Prioritize vehicle maintenance by conducting pre and post trip vehicle inspections.
Provide support to students by assisting with boarding and exiting the bus.
Education
Associate of Science - Railroad Engineering Technology
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT
05.2022
Skills
Customer Service
Revenue Collection
Operating Rule Compliance
Employee Supervision
Certification
NORAC Rules and Signals
CSX Rules and Signals
Metro North Railroad Rules and Signals
Amtrak: AMT-2 Electrical Rules
Amtrak: AMT-3 Air Brake Rules
Timeline
Assistant Conductor
Amtrak
01.2023 - Current
Train Attendant
Amtrak
05.2022 - 01.2023
Driver
First Student
01.2022 - 05.2022
Trainman
The Valley Railroad Company
03.2020 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Railroad Engineering Technology