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Paul Moskalik

Orland Park,IL

Summary

Versatile professional with extensive experience in equipment operation and safety compliance. Known for effective communication and problem-solving skills, ready to support operational goals and enhance team performance in a flexible capacity.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Intermodal Equipment Operator

BNSF Railroad
Chicago, Illinois
08.2013 - 12.2025
  • Operated intermodal equipment to facilitate efficient cargo movement.
  • Coordinated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes.
  • Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
  • Implemented best practices for equipment maintenance and operational efficiency.
  • Conducted periodic tests of lift trucks, yard tractors, cranes, and other intermodal equipment.
  • Followed established safety procedures while operating heavy machinery and lifting materials manually.
  • Unloaded containers from trailers or railcars using a forklift or other material handling equipment.
  • Attended training sessions related to new technologies used in the operation of intermodal equipment.
  • Operated intermodal equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Loaded containers onto trailers or railcars using a forklift or other material handling equipment.

custom stair builder

Custom Wood Stairs
Romeoville, Illinois
06.1999 - 08.2015
  • Don't want to do the resume bullet thing here. While working at the steel mill I also woodworked in my garage and worked with a local general contractor ( NEW TECH Construction) I assisted the company with hiring sub contractors and doing various odd jobs that needed to get done. Hanging doors that didn't arrive when the carpenters weren't there, as well as fixtures, buiding outdoor grilling stations not on the print, just so many things. One of the things being a woodworker that I loved was watching the stairs being installed. My job terminated with the steel mill because they closed down. I used this as an opportunity to pursue a stair building career. While working with New Tech Construction we typically hired Chase stairs or Custom Wood Stairs. Gary Waters owner of Custom Wood Stairs knowing who I was hired me immediately. I worked for them untill 2013. AS I know you are aware of when the housing market crashed around 2009 things got bad. The company was struggling. I lost my insurance, pay checks were bouncing and most of the work force was laid off. By 2013 I knew I had to do something for my family and went to work for the railroad.

As far as working in a woodshop I am very familiar with table saws, chop saws, band saws, a resaw. A jointer, planner. Routers of all different sizes. I can read standard blueprints plus the weird blueprints that stair builders use. I am now retired from the railroad and looking for part time work for some additional income and to keep me busy. I know you told me that you have a young guy you use around the shop. What I'm asking is that if this guy doesn't work out or decides to quit think about me. I'm willing to do grunt work and can easily do tasks like glue up of treads, newel post, fittings, rails, etc. Things that can be done more cost effectively for you so your skilled workforce can do what they do. I am also very familiar with making volutes, end caps, eastings, rails. I'm familiar with attaching fittings to rail and carving them out. I'm looking for part time work and my work hours can be very flexible. I can work one day a month, one day a week, 4 or five days a week. If you need a utility player that won't break the bank (as I'm not trying to raise a family anymore) keep me in mind.

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Team coordination
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Cargo handling
  • Employee training
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Adaptable leadership
  • Container handling
  • Warehouse operations
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Shipping documentation
  • Crane operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Maintenance and repair
  • Physical strength
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility
  • Clean driving record
  • Reliability

Timeline

Intermodal Equipment Operator

BNSF Railroad
08.2013 - 12.2025

custom stair builder

Custom Wood Stairs
06.1999 - 08.2015
Paul Moskalik