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Russell Parsons

Cranbury,NJ

Summary

Experienced Service Technician and Locomotive Engineer with a strong background in transit operations, vehicle maintenance, and mechanical diagnostics. Specializes in the repair and upkeep of buses, trucks, and rail equipment, with over 3 years of hands-on experience. Proficient in air and hydraulic brake systems, fluid checks, tire servicing, and Class A CDL vehicle operation. Skilled in handling railroad materials and supporting efficient fleet logistics. Known for a safety-first mindset, DOT/OSHA compliance, and commitment to reliable, high-quality service that keeps transit operations running smoothly. (References upon request)

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Locomotive Engineer

MTA Metro-North Railroad
New York, NY
09.2024 - 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.

Truck Chauffer/ Storekeeper

NJ Transit
Kearny, NJ
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Handled railroad material including the inventory and housekeeping
  • Delivered materials to different locations within the jobs organization
  • Package materials to be sent for warranty repairs.

Bus Repairmen

NJ Transit
Howell, NJ
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Adjust and reline air and hydraulic brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment
  • Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition
  • Repair and adjust seats, doors, and windows, and install and repair accessories
  • Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors

Bus Serviceperson

NJ Transit
Howell, NJ
02.2022 - 08.2023
  • Check bus fluids and maintain required levels, Change fluids
  • Clean inside and around buses
  • Change tires (utilizing the appropriate equipment)
  • Complete forms required in carrying out duties of the position

Truck Driver

XPO Logistics
East Brunswick, NJ
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • Operate a tractor-trailer up to 11 hours a day, in all types of weather, while safely transporting hazardous/ non hazardous materials.
  • Maintain contact with service center personnel in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
  • Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
  • Clear communication written and verbal.
  • Detailed oriented and committed to high customer service.

Freight Classification Specialist Lead

XPO Logistics
East Brunswick, NJ
06.2019 - 07.2021
  • Inspect reports to find any issues and to conduct inspections on freight with a tablet
  • Perform research on freight being inspected to support corrections being made
  • Enter correct documentation based on research, and maintain reports to measure revenue recovery on monthly basis

Dockworker

XPO Logistics
East Brunswick, NJ
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Efficiently sorted, handled, loaded and unloaded palletized and non-palletized freight
  • Used appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand Worked in safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
  • Promoted to Freight classification Specialist for exceeding goals

Mechanic

Freehold Dodge Inc.
Freehold, NJ
11.2017 - 07.2018
  • Inspected vehicles engine, mechanical, and electrical components to diagnose issues accurately.
  • Conducted routine maintenance such as replacing fluids, lubricating parts.
  • Replaced any broken parts and provided service advisors with information needed to properly repair the vehicle.

Driver/ Duct Fabrication

Mamouth Mechanical
Jackson, NJ
08.2016 - 10.2017
  • Operated machines to cut, shape, and form sheet metal
  • Used machines such as rollers, roto die, shear, punch press, hand brake, weighting machine, and plasma cutters.
  • Selected gauges and types of sheet metals according to product specifications and insulate ductwork using glue and pinspotter.

Plumber's Apprentice

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Howell Township, NJ
06.2015 - 07.2016
  • Performed in all aspects of the company from, diagnosing problems, gathering materials, communicating with homeowners
  • Helped with making repairs and doing installations

Education

CDL CLASS A Commercial Driver's License -

East Brunswick, NJ
08.2021

High School Diploma -

Marlboro High School
Marlboro, NJ
06.2016

Plumbing Certificate -

Plumbing And Pipefitting, MCVSD
Freehold, NJ
06.2016

Skills

  • Mechanical skills
  • Commercial driving
  • Safety rules and regulations
  • Equipment repair
  • Transportation safety
  • Communication and coordination
  • Hand tool use
  • Strong work ethic

Timeline

Locomotive Engineer

MTA Metro-North Railroad
09.2024 - Current

Truck Chauffer/ Storekeeper

NJ Transit
03.2024 - 08.2024

Bus Repairmen

NJ Transit
09.2023 - 03.2024

Bus Serviceperson

NJ Transit
02.2022 - 08.2023

Truck Driver

XPO Logistics
07.2021 - 02.2022

Freight Classification Specialist Lead

XPO Logistics
06.2019 - 07.2021

Dockworker

XPO Logistics
09.2018 - 05.2019

Mechanic

Freehold Dodge Inc.
11.2017 - 07.2018

Driver/ Duct Fabrication

Mamouth Mechanical
08.2016 - 10.2017

Plumber's Apprentice

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
06.2015 - 07.2016

CDL CLASS A Commercial Driver's License -

High School Diploma -

Marlboro High School

Plumbing Certificate -

Plumbing And Pipefitting, MCVSD

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