Paul Howard
Conductor
ST Cloud,FL
Summary
Qualified Roadway Worker in Charge with solid background in various hands-on roles. Proven ability to contribute effectively to team projects and consistently meet deadlines. Demonstrated reliability and flexibility in adapting to changing work environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Roadway Worker in Charge
RailPro’s
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Provide the required jobsite protection on each assignment, error free and consistent with the rules; including but not limited to radio communication with train dispatchers and engineers, ensuring work groups are clear of limits during train movements, granting permission for trains and on-track equipment to proceed through limits
- Perform daily job briefings with all personnel on the job site and ensure all personnel adhere to the safety requirements of the railroad
- Prepare and submit required electronic forms including but not limited to: a job set-up form for each flagging assignment, daily work reports, invoices, and other reports as required
- Handle and place signs, derail and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 50 pounds, which may be necessary multiple times throughout the day
- Actively participate in routine reoccurring safety classes and qualification training
- Maintain a high level of communication with the RWIC supervisors and managers regarding the various assignments and schedules
Owner and Operator, Hotshot Trucking Business
P.H1 Transportation LLC
06.2023 - 04.2025
- Managed all aspects of a successful hotshot trucking business, from operations to administration.
- Ensured compliance with all DOT regulations and safety standards.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained detailed records of expenses, revenue, and mileage.
- Negotiated rates and contracts with clients.
- Developed and maintained a strong customer base through reliable service communication.
- Optimized routes and schedules to maximize efficiency and profitability.
- Developed strategic business plans to enhance operational efficiency and profitability.
- Implemented marketing strategies that increased brand awareness and customer engagement.
Locomotive Engineer
Union Pacific Railroad
10.2005 - 06.2023
- Remarkable knowledge of safety rules and regulations.
- Operated locomotives efficiently, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
- Interpreted train orders, train signals, and railroad rules and regulations to drive locomotives, following safety regulations and time schedules.
- Monitored train performance, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions to enhance operational reliability.
- Trained junior engineers on operational procedures, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency within the team.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment, maintaining compliance with maintenance standards and reducing downtime.
- Called out train signals to the conductor to verify meaning to avoid interpretation errors.
- Remarkable ability to apply general rules to specific problems to develop logical answers.
- I conferred with the conductor, road freight, or traffic control center personnel via radiophone to issue or receive information or instructions concerning stops, delays, or oncoming trains.
- RCO qualified
- DPU qualified
Education
B.S. - Information Technology
DeVry Institute of Technology
Tinley Park, IL01.2001
B.A. - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas
Pine Bluff, AR01.1989
Skills
- Upholding industry standards
- Time management proficiency
- Team empowerment
- Familiarity with GCOR regulations
- Risk assessment expertise
- Immediate problem resolution
- Effective communication
- Commitment to safety practices
- Consistent reliability
- Results-driven
Conductor
- Profound knowledge of the rail operating system and procedures.
- Profound concern for safety.
- Exceptional ability to accept responsibility and work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with travelers.
- Solid ability to perfectly communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand.
- Prepared reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops, or delays.
- Metra qualified
Timeline
Roadway Worker in Charge
RailPro’s
04.2025 - 10.2025
Owner and Operator, Hotshot Trucking Business
P.H1 Transportation LLC
06.2023 - 04.2025
Locomotive Engineer
Union Pacific Railroad
10.2005 - 06.2023
B.A. - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas
B.S. - Information Technology
DeVry Institute of Technology