Samuel Cornell
Tomball,Texas
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Locomotive Engineer
CPKC
Beasley, Texas
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Recorded information about fuel usage, mileage traveled, and time spent on each run accurately into logbook.
- Checked paperwork related to cargo being transported for accuracy and completeness prior to departure.
- Inspected locomotive daily to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Followed emergency procedures if derailment or other accidents occurred while operating train.
- Responded promptly to signals from railroad dispatchers regarding changes in route or schedule.
- Reported all delays or mechanical problems encountered during shifts to supervisor immediately.
- Operated locomotive in accordance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols when dealing with hazardous materials during transport.
- Managed safe operation of train by monitoring weather conditions, track switches, and signal lights.
Train Conductor
CPKC
Beasley, TX
05.2014 - 06.2022
- Ensured that all operating rules were followed at all times.
- Operated switches and signals in accordance with established procedures.
- Conducted safety inspections of train equipment prior to each trip.
- Maintained communication with dispatchers and other crew members via radio or other methods.
- Assisted in training new conductors on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable railroad rules and regulations.
- Monitored the speed, distance traveled, and time of train travel.
- Coordinated with yardmasters to ensure proper switching operations when entering and leaving rail yards.
- Operated switches, signals, crossings, and other railway devices along the route.
- Inspected trains for safety hazards or issues prior to departure.
- Monitored track conditions for obstructions or signal problems along the route.
Combat Medic (68W)
US Army
Fort Lewis, WA
03.2008 - 03.2014
- Performed assessments of patient conditions and developed treatment plans accordingly.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure safe operation.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, provided necessary oxygen therapy.
- Instructed troops on basic medical aid procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first-aid techniques.
- Supervised junior medics assigned to my unit during field operations ensuring proper implementation of safety rules and regulations.
- Assessed and treated acute illnesses, injuries, and wounds while providing emergency care to patients in the field.
Education
Locomotive Engineer Certification - Locomotive Operations
CPKC Training Center
Shreveport, LA06-2022
Conductor Certification - Train Operations
CPKC Training Center
Shreveport, LA08-2014
Combat Medic Certification - Medical Science
Fort Sam Houston
San Antonio, TX10-2008
High School Diploma -
Blue Bonnet Private High School
Fort Worth03-2007
Skills
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- EMT support
- Incident documentation
- Time management abilities
- Diesel freight locomotives
- Conflict resolution abilities
- Incident Reports
- Regulatory Compliance
- Emergency Response
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Incident Management
Certification
- conductor certification
- engineer certification
- EMT certification
- CPR certification
Timeline
Locomotive Engineer
CPKC
06.2022 - 08.2024
Train Conductor
CPKC
05.2014 - 06.2022
Combat Medic (68W)
US Army
03.2008 - 03.2014
Locomotive Engineer Certification - Locomotive Operations
CPKC Training Center
Conductor Certification - Train Operations
CPKC Training Center
Combat Medic Certification - Medical Science
Fort Sam Houston
High School Diploma -
Blue Bonnet Private High School
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