Michael Provstgaard
Santaquin,UT
Summary
Experienced railroad foreman with a strong background in track maintenance, safety compliance, and crew supervision. Known for clear communication, reliable field leadership, and efficient support for safe daily operations. Results-driven railroad professional with over a decade of experience in flagging, welding, and track maintenance. Skilled in switch alignment, ballast regulation, welding inspection, and work scheduling. Strong coordination with supervisors, dispatchers, and crews to keep projects safe, organized, and on track.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Flagging Foreman
Union Pacific
Omaha, Nebraska
01.2018 - Current
- Assisted track crews in executing Union Pacific Railroad maintenance operations to ensure timely project completion.
- Directed switch track and ballast maintenance work across assigned territory.
- Updated supervisors, dispatchers, and maintenance teams on work progress to maintain alignment and coordination.
- Implemented safety policies and procedures to enhance workplace safety culture and mitigate risks.
Intrack Welding Foreman
Union Pacific
Omaha, Nebraska
01.2013 - Current
- Directed welding projects from start to finish, keeping work aligned with timelines.
- Managed resources and workflow to improve productivity and meet project specifications.
- Applied safety protocols to support secure work conditions for all personnel.
- Inspected welds carefully to confirm compliance with industry standards.
Sales Manager
Interaction Group LLC
Salt Lake City, Utah
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Developed comprehensive sales strategies to drive revenue growth and market penetration.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities and refine sales approaches effectively.
Construction Worker
R Provstgaard and Sons LLC
Payson, Utah
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Built foundations, framing, and structural components for residential projects at R Provstgaard and Sons LLC.
- Operated hand tools and power tools for cutting, fastening, and surface preparation.
- Followed blueprints, measurements, and crew instructions during construction tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbia College
Sonora, CASkills
- Track maintenance
- Welding inspection
- Ballast regulation
- Switch alignment
- Safety compliance
- Crew supervision
- Work scheduling
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
Timeline
Flagging Foreman
Union Pacific
01.2018 - Current
Intrack Welding Foreman
Union Pacific
01.2013 - Current
Sales Manager
Interaction Group LLC
01.2008 - 01.2012
Construction Worker
R Provstgaard and Sons LLC
01.2003 - 01.2008
High School Diploma -
Columbia College