Richard Steinheimer
West Deptford,NJ
Summary
Offering strong analytical skills and commitment to safety and efficiency, ready to learn and grow within passenger rail. Conducts effective monitoring of mechanical systems and adheres to safety protocols, demonstrating capacity to quickly grasp operational procedures. Ready to use and develop critical thinking and mechanical aptitude.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Locomotive Engineer
Conrail
Newark, NJ
11.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with yardmasters to ensure the efficient movement of trains within rail yards, optimizing space utilization and minimizing delays.
- Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
- Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
- Examined locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water and other supplies before each run.
- Reduced fuel consumption with strategic train handling techniques, resulting in significant cost savings.
- Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance.
- Climbed on and off train cars to set or release hand brakes, couple and uncouple air hoses between rail cars and remove and replace broken knuckles.
- Strengthened communication between crew members through regular briefings and debriefings, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Maneuvered locomotives to transport freight or passengers between stations.
- Skillfully operated multiple types of locomotives across diverse terrains, displaying adaptability and flexibility in challenging situations.
- Conferred with conductors and traffic control center personnel via radio to issue and receive information concerning stops, delays and oncoming trains.
Education
G.E.D - General Studies
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ07.2014
Skills
- Safety rules and regulations
- Train control systems
- Railroad signaling understanding
- Two-way communication device use
- Continuous learning mindset
- Communication and coordination
- Train operation expertise
- Brake control operation
- On-board inspections
- Car coupling
Timeline
Locomotive Engineer
Conrail
11.2021 - Current
G.E.D - General Studies
Ocean County College