Michael Pomeroy
Hermiston
Summary
I have 19 years. of Mechanical maintenance experience as Carmen with Union Pacific I repair
freight cars. In accordance with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and (AAR) rules and
guidelines. I am responsible for inbound mechanical safety appliance inspections and outbound
air brake inspections. I perform preventive maintenance repairs using a multitude of hand tools
including but not limited to. welders, torches, grinders, shears, plasma cutters, and forklifts to
assist in moving and replacing large very heavy parts into place.
I currently hold a commercial class A CDL. License. I have operated various types of large
equipment on the farm and through my employer. For example, tractors, graders, trucks,
forklifts, backhoes, bulldozers, harvesters, rail kings, cranes, earth movers, I was furloughed for a
short period of time from UPRR and worked for the city of Umatilla public works (street
department) for 6 months. But I gained a lot of knowledge in highway maintenance tasks. I was
recalled to UPRR. In August of 2021
My family has a small farm. We raise strawberries, sweet corn, Garlic and numerous other
vegetables. We sale at the farmers markets, roadside stands, and Mercantiles. I have been
involved in Agriculture outside my Railroad career for most my life. I am very passionate about
farming in general and enjoy everything Agriculture. I am a Veteran. I served for 6 years in the
armed forces 1.5 years active duty for the G.W.O.T. I hope you Genuinely consider me to become employed by your organization. Thank you for your time. Have a great day.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Pomeroy's Gourmet Garlic
01.2013 - Current
- Prepared and amended soil using compost and manure.
- Implemented crop rotations and pest management through organic methods.
- Assisted in planting, cultivating, and harvesting.
- Used herbicides and pesticides to control weeds and bugs outside of farm fence rows on roadsides.
Journeyman Mechanical Carmen
Union Pacific
Hermiston
01.2006 - Current
- Completed freight car inspections to check for damage or other issues of concern for repair.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, coupling devices, and draft gear systems.
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Keep equipment in good working order by inspections, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining tools, equipment, and material. Sending large time-consuming repairs to our large repair facility.
- Documented maintenance activities and completed reports for management review.
Street Department
Umatilla Public Works
Umatilla
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Routine maintenance repair (potholes, cracks) resurfacing and proactive preservation.
- Maintenance and upkeep of city-wide streetlights replacing bulbs and photocells.
- Operated street sweepers, backhoes, and vacuum trucks.
- Repair concrete sidewalks and curbs.
- Replaced signs, markings, reflectors, and repainted street markings.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - AGRICULTURE BUSINESS/ PRODUCTION
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Problem solving
- Safety culture
- Pothole repair
- Guardrail/sign repair
- Commercial driving
- Grounds Maintenance
- Teamwork
- Preventive and reparative maintenance
- Herbicide/pesticide applications
Hobbies and Interests
- Hunting
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Travelling
- Anything outdoors
Timeline
Street Department
Umatilla Public Works
03.2021 - 08.2021
Owner/Operator
Pomeroy's Gourmet Garlic
01.2013 - Current
Journeyman Mechanical Carmen
Union Pacific
01.2006 - Current