Ryan Childress
Amarillo
Summary
11 years enlisted in the United States Army, with 8 years as a Non Commissioned Officer. 3rd year electrician apprentice, with experience in the oil field, residential work, and burn off flares. 1 year as a double major in Psychology and Communication at the University of Texas at El Paso.
Accident free during time at BNSF
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician Apprentice
Texco Energy Solutions Inc
- 3rd year electrician apprentice, with experience in the oil field, residential work, and burn off flares
Freight Conductor
BNSF Railway
12.2022 - Current
- Reduced operational costs with thorough inspections of freight cars, identifying maintenance issues early.
- Enhanced safety standards by enforcing proper procedures and regularly conducting safety drills.
- Managed crew assignments for optimal performance and increased overall productivity.
- Identified potential risks during daily operations, taking proactive measures to mitigate hazards and maintain safety standards.
- Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a supportive work environment that contributed to increased morale and productivity.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations by staying up-to-date on industry changes and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Participated in the formulation and execution of contingency plans for unforeseen circumstances, ensuring minimal impact on daily operations.
- Established clear communication channels among crew members during high-stress situations which ensured smooth operations.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining an accident-free workplace by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards.
- Maintained accurate records of all cargo transported to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
- Performed daily inspections on switches.
General Mechanic
JBS Swift
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on automotive technology advancements through regular professional development opportunities.
- Sustained a high level of customer satisfaction through honest communication regarding potential issues found during inspection.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance goals, contributing to overall success within the company''s mechanic team.
- Ensured optimal vehicle functionality by performing routine services such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
- Promoted safety by following industry-standard protocols during all mechanical operations and procedures.
- Reduced downtime for clients by completing repair jobs promptly without sacrificing quality workmanship.
- Implemented process improvements within workshop operations which resulted in increased productivity among staff members.
Apprentice Electrician
JT Electric
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Kept tools and materials organized, contributing to a clean and safe work area for all team members throughout each project''s duration.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Acquired valuable hands-on experience with various types of wiring systems by assisting experienced electricians in diverse installation projects.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various commercial and residential projects by providing reliable support to journeyman electricians.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Checked and performed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in walls and floors.
Training/Operations NCO
US Army
08.2015 - 03.2019
- As the Training and Operations NCO, I was directly responsible for coordinating unit training for the611th Quartermaster Company from the individual level all through cross command, cross country training exercises
- During my time as the Training and Operations NCO, I took on multiple additional duties above my pay grade in order ensure100% mission completion and a0% no-show rate for any professional development schools I sent soldiers to
- I've developed training plans, counselling statements, and internal guidance that has been used throughout my brigade to help not only my unit, but all units in the55th Sustainment Brigade footprint
- Responsible for military training by devising and implementing training plans, guidelines and procedures, reports and assessments for the unit and individuals
- Ensures that training is conducted in accordance with Army training doctrine
- Prepares training guidelines, individual training records, operation orders, training plans, SOPs, and readiness reports
- Prepares for unit yearly training workshop to develop yearly training plan with unit leadership
- Prepares for monthly training meetings
- Prepares training schedules and plans for approval of commander and higher headquarters
- Maintains training guidance and documents as required by headquarters
- Prepares training and evaluation outlines and lesson plans
- Prepares correspondence for approval by commander or higher level supervision
- Prepares and completes training expenditure forecasts
- Coordinates training programs for the unit to include the scheduling of training areas, obtaining equipment and other resources required for testing of personnel and training scorer/evaluators or test officers
- Produces, designs, reproduces, and distributes a variety of training aids, manuals, and transparencies that are necessary to unit personnel for the efficient operation and training of the unit
- Manages use of school quotas, training support and other resources as allocated to the unit
- Prepares and forwards requests for training for all unit members ensuring applicants are eligible to attend the school requested and prerequisites have been met
- Prepares or requests the appropriate personnel actions upon completion of required training and other qualifications
- Coordinates and monitors the use of training facilities, areas and ranges for annual and inactive duty training
- Makes recommendations regarding training facilities to assist the unit in achieving its goals and objectives
- Initiates requests for equipment training support to higher, adjacent, and other military commands to support unit training objectives
- Assembles and maintains statistics on weapons qualification, crew qualifications/table certifications, Army Physical Fitness Test, weight control, Common Task Testing, Military Occupational Skill Qualification and other critical data as required
- Trains unit leaders on how to maintain leader books and other training records as directed by the command
- Assists in maintaining working relationships with local officials, clubs, etc., for a variety of such purposes as armory security, coordination with police, suitability investigations, armory rental, unit participation in celebrations, or fund raising drives, and to provide public information about the National Guard
Section Chief/Squad Leader
US Army
08.2015 - 03.2019
- As a section chief, I was in charge of the health, welfare, training, mentorship, and discipline of10-15 soldiers at any given point in time
- During my time as a Section Chief I had multiple soldiers, that I mentored, promoted from Specialist (E-4) to Sergeant (E-5)
Education
Combat Lifesaver Course - undefined
US Army
Psychology
University of Texas at El Paso
Communication
University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TXStructured Self Development1 - undefined
US Army
Structured Self Development2 - undefined
US Army
Skills
- Wiring installation
- Electrical repairs
- Electrical installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Works well in team environment
- Field installation
- Efficient
- Commercial construction experience
- Job planning
- Emergency repairs
- Mechanical aptitude
- Quality assurance
- Exceptionally detail-oriented
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
Languages
English Native
Hobbies and Interests
My hobbies include: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, reading, and painting, playing hockey
Timeline
Freight Conductor
BNSF Railway
12.2022 - Current
General Mechanic
JBS Swift
06.2020 - 12.2022
Apprentice Electrician
JT Electric
03.2019 - 06.2022
Training/Operations NCO
US Army
08.2015 - 03.2019
Section Chief/Squad Leader
US Army
08.2015 - 03.2019
Electrician Apprentice
Texco Energy Solutions Inc
Combat Lifesaver Course - undefined
US Army
Psychology
University of Texas at El Paso
Structured Self Development1 - undefined
US Army
Structured Self Development2 - undefined
US Army
Communication
University of Texas at El Paso
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