- Trains and Transportation,, History, Motorcycles
- Able to be a team member or leader, File paperwork keep good and accurate records, Supporter of Shriners and Saint Jude, Riding and working on Motorcycles, Taking a part in the (SAR) Son's of the American Revolution, Other verious civic organizations
Miles Ryon Ward
Princeton,Ky
Summary
Pursue a position offering immediate challenges and career opportunity while supporting family and seeking better future.
Experienced with team leadership and operational management. Utilizes strong organizational skills to optimize workflow and improve team efficiency. Track record of fostering collaborative work environment to achieve collective goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Mighty Kleen
04.1997 - Current
- Clean and Inspect bathrooms floors and any other place that they company has been hired for. to keep records of stock used and supplies order when needed. Clean Carpets, Tile, and Hardwood. General Cleaning after fires, floods and anything else I may be asked to clean after.
- Working as Supervisor in Mighty Kleen from Apr 1997 to till date
Train Conductor
CSXT
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Directed train movements and switching operations while maintaining strict compliance with FRA and operating rules.
- Inspected railcars, couplers, and brake systems to verify equipment readiness before departure.
- Communicated with engineers, dispatchers, and yard crews to coordinate safe train handling.
- Secured cars, applied hand brakes, and performed coupling and uncoupling tasks with precision.
- Monitored track conditions, signals, and train status to support safe route execution.
- Completed required paperwork, trip reports, and operational logs accurately and on schedule.
- Responded to service disruptions and field hazards using sound judgment and established safety procedures.
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
- Mentored junior crew members on switching practices, communication standards, and territory requirements.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current with industry best practices and regulatory changes.
- Served as a mentor to new hires, sharing expertise in railway operations and helping them acclimate to the role quickly.
- 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.
- Kept records of contents and destination of each train car and made arrangements to add or remove cars at proper points on routes.
Male Collector
Averhealth
08.2020 - 02.2023
- • Collect drug samples for drug court.
- • Track testing records accurately and send samples to lab as Male Collector at Averhealth since Aug 2020.
Corrections Officer
Kentucky Department of Corrections
10.2000 - 02.2001
- Keeping inmates safe and secure within the walls of the kentucky state penitentiary.
- Worked as Corrections Officer in Kentucky Department of Corrections from Oct 2000 to Feb 2001
Firefighter
Princeton Volunteer Fire Department
03.1999 - 04.2000
- Respond to emergency calls. Automotive wrecks, Forest Fires, House Fires ect.
- Worked as Firefighter in Princeton Volunteer Fire Department from Mar 1999 to Apr 2000
Education
Train Conductor
CSX Transportation REDI Center
Atlanta, GA03-2023
Counseling
Newburgh Theological Seminary
Newburgh, IN06-2015
Robotics and Computer programing
ITT Tech
09-2004
High School Diploma -
Caldwell County High School
Princeton, KY04-1996
Skills
- First Aid and CPR AED certified
- Giving attention to detail
Interests
COVER LETTER
- Miles Ryon Ward
- Milesrizpah@yahoo.com
- (270)601-1809
- 03-01-2021
- Hiring Manager
- CSX
- Dear Hiring Manager
- I'm applying for a conductor position at your company. Based on the posted description, I'm confident that I am fully qualified for the position and will be a strong addition to your team. I would appreciate a job interview at your earliest convenience.
- Please find my resume attached.
- I can be reached at the number above or at my email address.
- Sincerely, Miles R. Ward
- Date : 3 1 2021
Timeline
Train Conductor
CSXT
11.2022 - 09.2023
Male Collector
Averhealth
08.2020 - 02.2023
Corrections Officer
Kentucky Department of Corrections
10.2000 - 02.2001
Firefighter
Princeton Volunteer Fire Department
03.1999 - 04.2000
Supervisor
Mighty Kleen
04.1997 - Current
Train Conductor
CSX Transportation REDI Center
Counseling
Newburgh Theological Seminary
Robotics and Computer programing
ITT Tech
High School Diploma -
Caldwell County High School