Raymond Schafer
el paso,Texas
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Railroad Conductor at BNSF Railroad. Proven leadership in coordinating train operations and ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in conflict resolution and emergency response management, consistently enhancing operational efficiency and reliability in high-pressure environments. Committed to maintaining equipment and fostering teamwork for optimal performance.
Professional with comprehensive experience and strong skills in ensuring safe and efficient operations. Adept at coordinating with team members and adapting to changing conditions. Known for reliability, attention to safety protocols, and effective problem-solving in dynamic environments. Skilled in communication, time management, and maintaining operational standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Railroad Conductor
BNSF Railroad
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated train schedules to ensure timely departures and arrivals.
- Monitored train operations for compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify equipment functionality and safety standards.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers and crew members during operations.
- Analyzed operational data to identify areas for process improvement and efficiency gains.
- Facilitated efficient yard switching operations by directing locomotive movements using hand signals or radio communication effectively.
- Managed incidents professionally by collaborating with local authorities during emergencies or disruptions in service.
- Recorded logs of train car destinations and contents.
- Collaborated closely with track maintenance crews to facilitate necessary repairs that ensured safe passage for trains.
- Ensured timely freight deliveries by coordinating closely with customers, yardmasters, and trainmasters.
- Participated in ongoing training programs enhancing job skills and staying up to date on industry regulations.
- Conducted regular equipment testing and maintenance checks to ensure optimal train functionality and prevent delays.
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
- Performed daily inspections on switches.
Detention Officer
Bering Straits Native Corporation
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Supervised inmate activities, ensuring compliance with facility regulations and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular security checks to maintain a safe environment for staff and inmates.
- Responded promptly to incidents, employing de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate behavior and incidents for reporting purposes.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and rehabilitation teams to support inmate reintegration efforts.
- Trained new officers on procedures, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in detention management and security protocols.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
- Physically restrained prisoners during prisoner altercations using leverage holds and legal force.
SOLDIER
Army
03.2014 - 12.2019
- Led tactical operations to ensure mission success and team safety.
- Trained and mentored junior soldiers on operational procedures and protocols.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment and personnel during missions.
- Conducted risk assessments to enhance operational readiness and safety standards.
- Implemented strategies for efficient resource allocation during exercises.
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
Arctic Survival Instructor
Army
10.2014 - 06.2017
- Developed and delivered training programs to enhance soldier readiness and tactical proficiency.
- Implemented instructional strategies to improve learning outcomes in diverse classroom environments.
- Evaluated student performance and provided constructive feedback to drive skill development.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to refine curriculum and ensure alignment with military standards.
- Instructed Soldiers on terrain and environment coordination and navigating under cover of the elements.
- Instructed how to build shelter, catch food, and battle strategies in -40 and below temperatures.
- Instructed on how to prevent cold weather injuries, and also to identify the beginning of those injuries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley High School
Milford, PASkills
- Railroad signaling understanding
- Time management
- Leadership qualities
- Timetable adherence
- Train operation
- Stress tolerance
- Route planning
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Record keeping accuracy
- Emergency response management
- Maintaining equipment
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Physical coordination
- Self motivation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
- Trained up to an entire Brigade of soldiers for cold weather survivability
- Can efficiently switch, build, and air test and a 2.5 mile long train with just an Engineer in an afternoon
- Worked on Drones for the US Army, certified in aircraft mechanics course for UAV Maintainer standards
- Took Charge of 2 million Dollars in military Equipment for monitoring, field use and inventory
- To Raytheon standards for the US military operated on Aircraft Radios, NVGS, Radars, and Antenna's. Also installed the components in BlackHawks and Chinook Helicopters
- Fork Lift Operator certified by Osha at a prior warehouse job
Certification
Train Conductor License
Timeline
Railroad Conductor
BNSF Railroad
01.2023 - Current
Detention Officer
Bering Straits Native Corporation
01.2019 - 01.2023
Arctic Survival Instructor
Army
10.2014 - 06.2017
SOLDIER
Army
03.2014 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley High School