Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Additional Information
Timeline
Generic

Miguel Gonzalez

Pittsburg,CA

Summary

Dynamic Train Conductor with BNSF Railroad, recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring safety compliance. Expert in train operations and effective communication, I successfully improved on-time performance and mentored new hires, fostering teamwork and a culture of safety. Proven ability to adapt to changing conditions while maintaining meticulous records and managing schedules.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Train Conductor

BNSF Railroad
07.2006 - 06.2025
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols during train operations.
  • Assisted in monitoring passenger flow and maintaining on-time schedules.
  • Learned to operate signaling and communication systems effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Familiarized with emergency response procedures and equipment usage.
  • Adapted quickly to changing schedules and operational needs.
  • Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
  • Performed daily inspections on switches.
  • Collaborated with fellow conductors to maintain high standards of professionalism while performing duties on board trains.
  • Facilitated clear communication between onboard staff and control center personnel to address any issues or delays promptly.
  • Maintained detailed records of train movements, incidents, and maintenance activities as required by company policy and federal regulations.
  • Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.
  • Conducted comprehensive safety briefings for crew members before each trip, promoting a culture of safety awareness among colleagues.
  • Enhanced passenger safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and addressing potential hazards.
  • Evaluated track conditions during travel, reporting any abnormalities that could impact the safety or efficiency of train operations.
  • Demonstrated expert knowledge of railroad regulations, ensuring compliance throughout all aspects of train operations.
  • Improved on-time performance with effective communication between train crew members and dispatchers.
  • Maintained strict schedules for passengers and cargo.
  • Maximized efficiency by coordinating switch movements and coupling train cars during station stops.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork and collaboration among crew members.
  • Managed daily train operations, adhering to strict schedules and regulatory requirements.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current with industry best practices and regulatory changes.
  • Assisted in emergency situations by providing first aid or coordinating response efforts when necessary.
  • Served as a mentor to new hires, sharing expertise in railway operations and helping them acclimate to the role quickly.
  • Increased fuel efficiency by monitoring fuel consumption and adjusting driving techniques accordingly.
  • Reduced service disruptions by quickly identifying and resolving mechanical issues before they escalated.
  • Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
  • Inspected train in motion and stationary to determine proper functionality.
  • Negotiated and directed train and rail cars movement.
  • Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
  • Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
  • Performed air brake and electrical connection coupling.
  • Received information regarding train or rail problems from dispatchers or from electronic monitoring devices.
  • Signaled to engineers regarding train stopping, starting, directional switches or emergencies.
  • Conferred with engineers regarding train routes, timetables and cargoes and discussed alternative routes in response to rail defects or obstructions.
  • Inspected locomotives and rail cars for necessary maintenance before, during and after long routes and for regular maintenance requirements.
  • Adapted routes and schedules based on weather conditions to prevent delays and alerted supervisors of changes.
  • Kept records of contents and destination of each train car and made arrangements to add or remove cars at proper points on routes.
  • Updated maintenance and repair records and reported on notable incidents and accidents during daily routes.
  • Conducted pre-departure inspections, identifying potential mechanical issues proactively.

Education

High School Diploma -

Balboa High
San Francisco, CA
1999

Skills

  • Maintaining safety
  • Switching cars
  • Making announcements
  • Train operation
  • Foreman briefing
  • Loading and unloading procedures
  • Timetable adherence
  • Assisting customers
  • Route planning
  • Overseeing deliveries
  • Managing unloading procedures
  • Safety management
  • Hazmat procedures
  • Train operations
  • Managing yard switching
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Maintaining facilities
  • Train assembly
  • Emergency procedures
  • Track switching
  • Coupling and uncoupling
  • Schedule management
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Safety conscious
  • Multitasking
  • Multi-tasking skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building
  • Safety procedures
  • Team coordination
  • Documentation skills
  • Team building
  • Task prioritization
  • Self motivation
  • Supervisory skills
  • Physical coordination
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Professionalism
  • Goal setting
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Basic mathematics
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous improvement
  • Physical stamina
  • Inventory management
  • Adaptability
  • Written communication
  • Crew management
  • Equipment Repair
  • Emergency response
  • Professional demeanor
  • Equipment inspection
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Stress management
  • Mechanical aptitude

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Additional Information

References


  • Title Trainmaster
  • Name Steve Bodon
  • Phone 415 370-7871


  • Title Terminal Manager
  • Name Dave Gay
  • Phone 707 301-8762


  • Title Trainmaster
  • Name Dominic Scaccia
  • Phone 928 279-8537


  • Title Manager of transportation operations support
  • Name Josh Garcia
  • Phone 707 695-2975

Timeline

Train Conductor

BNSF Railroad
07.2006 - 06.2025

High School Diploma -

Balboa High

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE