Pius odiya
North Branch,MN
Summary
Dedicated Train Conductor bringing many years of experience in the field and commitment to customer satisfaction. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Looking for growth-oriented position.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Railroad Conductor
BNSF Railroad
Minneapolis, Minnesota
03.2022 - Current
- Operated locomotives and managed train movements safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment readiness.
- Communicated with dispatchers for timely updates and coordination.
- Monitored train schedules to maintain efficient operations.
- Implemented safety protocols during loading and unloading procedures.
- Collaborated with crew members to enhance teamwork and performance.
- Recorded operational data for compliance and reporting purposes.
- Assisted in training new conductors on company policies and procedures.
- Communicated with dispatchers on changes to train routes or arrival and departure times.
- Responded quickly to emergencies such as derailments or grade crossing collisions.
- Ensured that all passengers were safely aboard before departing from station stops.
- Controlled switches and signals along the route using radio communication systems with dispatchers or other railroad personnel.
- Conducted inspections of railcars for defects and reported any issues to management.
- Supervised the work of assistant conductors when required during busy times or long trips.
- Maintained a logbook detailing daily activities including hours worked, miles traveled, delays encountered.
- Provided support for emergency responders during accidents by relaying information over two-way radios.
- Organized paperwork related to train operations such as manifests and switch lists.
- Coordinated activities between crew members regarding cargo loading and unloading operations at terminals.
- Worked closely with engineers in order to provide smooth transitions between stops.
- Reported delays due to weather conditions or mechanical failures to supervisors promptly.
- Checked tickets, collected fares, and assisted customers with boarding and alighting procedures at stations.
- Managed railcar loading, unloading and switching.
- Managed holidays, events and seasonal plans.
- Motivated members to provide first-rate performances by applying honed skills and experience.
Driver Specialist
Rideshare services
Minneapolis, MN
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed driver schedules to optimize ride availability and service efficiency.
- Trained new drivers on company policies and best practices for customer service.
- Conducted safety inspections on vehicles to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated with dispatch teams to streamline ride assignments and reduce wait times.
- Implemented feedback systems to gather insights from drivers for operational improvements.
- Analyzed ride data trends to identify potential areas for service enhancement.
- Led training sessions focusing on navigation tools and route optimization strategies.
Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Homes and Service
Roseville, Minnesota
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in resident living areas.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records.
- Supported mobility and transportation of residents within the facility.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents and families.
- Educated residents on health practices and wellness initiatives.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
- Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Performed basic nursing skills such as changing wound dressings and administering enemas.
- Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing such as urine samples and blood draws.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly prior to use.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Education
Railroad Conductor Certification - Railroad TYO Training
Bnsf Railway
Kansas City, KS 03.2022 - 08.2022
Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Redcross Society
11.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda 01.2011 - 02.2017
Skills
- Train operations
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Locomotive operation
- Computer networking
- Assisted care
- Communication skills
Timeline
Railroad Conductor
BNSF Railroad
03.2022 - Current
Railroad Conductor Certification - Railroad TYO Training
Bnsf Railway
03.2022 - 08.2022
Driver Specialist
Rideshare services
07.2020 - 01.2022
Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Homes and Service
01.2020 - 07.2020
Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Redcross Society
11.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Makerere University
01.2011 - 02.2017