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Michael Brigmond

Smithdale,MS

Summary

Accomplished Leadman and Railcar Repairman at AITX, with a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and quality control through effective leadership and technical expertise. Skilled in mentoring and project leadership, I significantly improved workplace safety and compliance, achieving a notable increase in productivity. Expert in inspection readiness and regulatory compliance, my innovative solutions and customer relations skills have consistently driven positive outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Leadman Inbound Inspection

AITX
03.2014 - Current
  • Review Customer procedures, and implement
  • Review and implement FRA & AAR standards and rules
  • Assisted in employee training, boosting their skills and knowledge base for enhanced job performance.
  • Prioritized tasks based on deadline requirements, ensuring timely completion of assignments without compromising quality.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Oversaw daily operations leading to reduced errors through proactive monitoring of progress.
  • Contributed to problem-solving efforts, identifying root causes of issues and implementing effective solutions.

Railcar Repairman

AITX
01.2010 - 03.2014
  • Performed welding tasks to fix structural damages, prolonging the life of railcars significantly.
  • Utilized technical manuals and schematics accurately when conducting complex repairs or installations, leading to high-quality results.
  • Adhered to industry standards and regulations, ensuring compliance during all repair activities.
  • Increased workshop productivity by maintaining an organized and clean work environment.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper repair techniques and safety procedures, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
  • Replaced and repaired defective piping, valves, air brake pistons and [Type] to maintain optimal performance of railcars.
  • Followed company safety rules and procedures to protect team members and equipment.
  • Preformed Qualification inspection per FRA, AAR, car owner regulations
  • Certified in Weld Inspector
  • Certified in Dye Penetrant
  • Maintained high standards of quality for work performed in accordance with regulatory and customer demands.

Forman & Sub Contractor

P & R Hauling
01.2005 - 07.2009
  • Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
  • Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
  • Coordinated timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.
  • Established long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business.
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
  • Performed regular inspections of job sites to verify staff and subcontractor observance of important safety protocols.
  • Evaluated project risks and implemented mitigation strategies, ensuring successful completion of projects.
  • Implemented safety protocols on job sites, reducing incidents of workplace accidents and injuries.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation throughout each phase of the construction process to ensure compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training and support to junior staff members.
  • Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
  • Identified areas for cost reduction, leading to significant savings without compromising quality.
  • Mentored junior staff members in industry best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
  • Trained new team members to apply best coding best practices and proper use of development tools.
  • Designed and implemented new features and enhancements to improve existing applications.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

Education

High School Diploma -

James Madison High School
Brooklyn, NY
07.2011

Skills

Mentoring abilities

Hand-tool proficiency

Inspection readiness

Leadership trained

Customer Relations

Environmental awareness

Industry Networking

Innovation Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Color theory understanding

Pre-commissioning procedures

Railcar product repair expert

Attention to Detail

Technical knowledge

Teamwork and Collaboration

Worksite safety

Workplace Safety

Critical Thinking

Dedicated Work Ethic

Safety policies and procedures

Effective Communication

Crew Leadership

Work Planning and Prioritization

Employee Training

Project Leadership

Task Delegation

Safety oversight

Quality Control

Interpersonal and written communication

Physical Stamina

Blueprint Interpretation

Daily Reporting

Crew Scheduling

Production and processing

Team Leadership

Employee Management

Dependable and Hardworking

Following Instructions

Worker Supervision

Physical Strength and Stamina

Decision-Making

Self Control and Integrity

Proficient in word, exel and PDF

Certification

  • Certified Level II VT 12year
  • Certified Level II Dye Penetrant 12years
  • Certified Level II UTT 3years

Timeline

Leadman Inbound Inspection

AITX
03.2014 - Current

Railcar Repairman

AITX
01.2010 - 03.2014

Forman & Sub Contractor

P & R Hauling
01.2005 - 07.2009

High School Diploma -

James Madison High School

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