Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Strategic Leadership and Team Development
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
Timeline
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Hector  Ponce

Hector Ponce

Del Rio,TX

Summary

Dynamic manager with extensive experience at Union Pacific Railroad, excelling in project management and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing safety compliance and operational efficiency while effectively managing budgets. Skilled in implementing standard operating procedures and fostering collaboration across departments to achieve strategic objectives.

Dynamic and adaptable operations leader with a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. Known for being a proactive problem solver, an effective listener, and a fast learner, with the ability to thrive under pressure. Demonstrates sound judgment in high-stress environments, and consistently makes strategic business decisions that drive safety, productivity, and operational success. Open to new challenges, and capable of adapting quickly to changing circumstances.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager 1 Track Maintenance

Union Pacific Railroad
Del Rio, Texas
05.2023 - Current
  • Led efforts to embed a safety-first mindset across the team, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and promoting proactive risk mitigation.
  • Managed team schedules and coordinated daily operations for efficiency.
  • Implemented standard operating procedures to enhance workflow consistency.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project alignment.
  • Supported budget management by tracking expenses and reporting variances.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.

Southern Region PI Supervisor

Union Pacific Railroad
Del Rio, Texas
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Oversaw coordination of 6 welding gangs, 3 new construction/crossing gangs, and 1 CAT surfacing gang to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Managed project budgets and executed comprehensive project plans for timely completion.
  • Coordinated material procurement to support uninterrupted workflow across all teams.
  • Ensured compliance with safety standards during all phases of project execution.

New Construction Foreman

Union Pacific Railroad
System
02.2014 - 02.2022
  • Executed all essential tasks assigned by supervisory leadership, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
    Led replacement and new construction of crossings.
    Coordinated building and switch installations. Responded promptly to emergencies, mitigating casualties effectively.

Education

High School Diploma -

Del Rio High School
Del Rio, TX
05-2011

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Universidad Vizcaya De Las Americas
Ciudad Acuña Coahuila

Skills

  • Team management
  • Project management
  • Safety compliance
  • Budget tracking
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Coordination skills

Affiliations

  • Currently enrolled in an online Business Management and Accounting Management course to enhance leadership, financial planning, and operational decision-making skills.

Strategic Leadership and Team Development

  • Attended multiple seminars and training programs focused on team building and leadership development, including the most recent completion of the 2025 Operational Leadership Fundamentals course.

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of the 2018 Leadership Award from the Chamber of Commerce of Ciudad Acuña, Mexico, in recognition of outstanding leadership and community impact.

Certification

  • Completed Microsoft Office Training Course, gaining proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook for effective documentation, data analysis, and communication.

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manager 1 Track Maintenance

Union Pacific Railroad
05.2023 - Current

Southern Region PI Supervisor

Union Pacific Railroad
01.2022 - 05.2023

New Construction Foreman

Union Pacific Railroad
02.2014 - 02.2022

High School Diploma -

Del Rio High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Universidad Vizcaya De Las Americas