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Raul Reyes

Chicago,IL

Summary

Experienced locomotive engineer prioritizing safety with 10+ years in train operations, crew supervision, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in locomotive handling, logistics, and team leadership to improve efficiency and reliability in manufacturing. Skilled in operating and maintaining locomotives in various environments, with expertise in safety protocols and mechanical systems. Demonstrated success in team collaboration and problem-solving for tackling operational challenges.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Locomotive Engineer

Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad
06.2016 - Current
  • Operate automated systems that propel trains, add or remove cars, or switch cars around to unload freight.
  • Watch and operate instruments that measure air pressure, speed and battery power, and work the train controls.
  • Operate air brakes and throttles.
  • Follow railroad regulations.
  • Trained new hire student’s conductor / engineer

Locomotive Engineer

Union Pacific
08.2015 - 06.2016
  • Operate locomotives following all FRA rules for safe train handling on the Geneva subdivision.
  • Review train list to ensure railcars are positioned correctly in the train makeup.
  • Prepare locomotives with required paperwork for rule compliance.
  • Perform required air brake tests on locomotive and train cars.
  • Inspected trains daily
  • Communicate/review track warrants, train list, and all required paperwork among crew.

Conductor

Union Pacific
05.2011 - 06.2016
  • Transport trains from Chicago to Iowa.
  • Build trains each week according to the switch list.
  • Work with other departments to ensure timely departure from terminals.
  • Conduct inspection on Hazardous Material shipments and High Value loads.

Warehouse/Receiving Supervisor

Handi-foil Co.
07.2004 - 10.2008
  • Certified and operated sit down, stand up and walkie forklifts.
  • Utilized QAD system to perform daily inventory counts of over 5,000 items.
  • Trained and developed staff.
  • Knowledgeable of OSHA safety standards as well as Federal, State and local regulations on storage and distribution of food safety and inventory control.
  • Maintained a close working relationship with multiple groups within the company to facilitate effective communication & efficacy.
  • Familiar with U.P.S. & Fed-ex shipment requirements.

Warehouse Supervisor

Solo Cup Co.
07.2000 - 07.2004
  • Prepared daily projects for 40 warehouse associates.
  • Developed system for inventory to include damaged, unaccounted, and quarantined items.
  • Scheduled and organized all inbound/outbound shipments.
  • Coordinated order fulfillment to customers a day
  • Inspection of final requirements for outbound shipments each week
  • Implemented a training course for new warehouse associates.

Education

Associate Degree - Applied Science, Electronic Systems Technician

Lincoln College of Technology
Melrose Park, IL
08.2010

Skills

  • Safety rules and regulations
  • Train control systems
  • Railroad signaling understanding
  • Two-way communication device use
  • Communication and coordination
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Federal regulations compliance
  • Transportation regulations
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Engine tests
  • Locomotive inspections
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • Certified Locomotive Engineer - 08/2015 - 02/2025
  • Experienced in Distribution, warehousing, production
  • Hazmat Certified, Indiana Harbor Belt - 02/2025
  • PTC Positive Train Control Certified
  • Certified forklift operator, Handi-Foil of America

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Locomotive Engineer

Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad
06.2016 - Current

Locomotive Engineer

Union Pacific
08.2015 - 06.2016

Conductor

Union Pacific
05.2011 - 06.2016

Warehouse/Receiving Supervisor

Handi-foil Co.
07.2004 - 10.2008

Warehouse Supervisor

Solo Cup Co.
07.2000 - 07.2004

Associate Degree - Applied Science, Electronic Systems Technician

Lincoln College of Technology

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