Race Hartnagel
Railroad
Millsap,TX
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Hard working and passionate, i hold myself to a higher standard through pride and determination ready to help achieve company goals and improvements to the railroads signal system.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RWIC
Martinus Bottom line
04.2021 - Current
- Oversee the planning, execution and completion of construction projects, ensuring they stay on schedule and safe
- Supervised and managed construction workers, subcontractors and other personnel on site, ensuring they follow safety protocols and project specifications on bridges, track, highway rail crossings and signal system
- Lead daily safety briefings and training for crew members enforcing the safety standards on track protection, equipment operations, emergency procedures and safety plans to maintain a safe work environment and ensuring all workers are trained and qualified for task at hand
- Communicated with the railroads train dispatchers to establish on track protection for roadway workers foul of the track and was the main point of contact between clients and workers facilitating clear communication and addressing any issues that arise
- Conducted site inspections to assess work quality and compliance with the railroads regulations and safety protocols, to maintain accurate records of daily activities
- Collaborated with project managers, engineers and roadmasters to ensure timely completion of projects.
SIgnal Maintainer
KCS Railroad
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Responsible for preforming FRA mandated monthly, quarterly and annual test on railroad crossings, signals, switches, track circuits and defect detectors.
- Improved signal system reliability by performing regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks. Such as cleaning, painting and replacement/adjustment of signal system components.
- Reduced downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues with signals, switches, and related components. By being able to read and understanding circuit prints, schematics and drawings to efficiently complete task and projects.
- Maintained accurate records of all signal maintenance activities to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Provided signal support and on track protection to subcontractors and other railroad employees.
- Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and material for the safety of train and public traveling each day.
- Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on a regular basis. While contributing to a positive work environment by adhering to safety protocols and supporting team efforts at all time.
SIgnalman
Canadian National Railway
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Assisted in the installation of new signal systems, switches, crossings and PTC upgrades contributing to modernization efforts across the rail network, ensuring proper installation to code and safety standard.
- Read and interpreted circuit prints, blueprints, schematics and drawings to efficiently complete job tasks and projects.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with colleagues, supervisors, and external contractors involved in signaling projects.
- Operated many different types of equipment from backhoes, mini excavators, trenchers and boom trucks to install and stand signals, foundations, crossing gates, cantilevers and bungalows.
- Tested all operations of signal system and highway rail crossing to ensure all working as intended before it goes into service
- Followed company and FRA safety rules, policies and procedures.
Crewman/Forman
RCL
04.2014 - 05.2017
- Install and construct signal system using civil plans and wayside blueprints consisting of excavating for cable and controls installation, wiring electrical equipment, installing battery banks and rock work around structures.
- Upgrades to PTC installing towers, wiring and hooking up as directed.
- Promoted a positive work environment through teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect among crew members.
- Contributed to successful project completion through diligent work ethic and strong collaboration skills.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace and trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedure.
Education
Millsap High School
Millsap, TX06.2007
Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Strong knowledge of roadway construction and maintenance
- Leadership
- Safety Management
- Troubleshooting and diagnostic
- Work ethic
- Organizational Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Certification
- Erail safe CPKC
- UP
- BNSF
- RW protection G&W
- Dart
- RMMO
- OTS/RWP
- Fall Protection
- CWR
- GCOR
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
RWIC
Martinus Bottom line
04.2021 - Current
SIgnal Maintainer
KCS Railroad
06.2018 - 03.2021
SIgnalman
Canadian National Railway
05.2017 - 06.2018
Crewman/Forman
RCL
04.2014 - 05.2017
- Erail safe CPKC
- UP
- BNSF
- RW protection G&W
- Dart
- RMMO
- OTS/RWP
- Fall Protection
- CWR
- GCOR
Millsap High School
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