Samuel Painter
Fostoria,OH
Summary
Motivated Transportation professional with experience in freight, passenger and commuter train operations. Demonstrated ability to work safely, communicate clearly and make sound decisions. Committed to providing outstanding customer service and meeting or exceeding safety standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freight Conductor
Norfolk Southern
01.2015 - Current
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations by staying up-to-date on industry changes and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline tasks, leading to reduced labor hours and increased cost savings for the company.
- Identified potential risks during daily operations, taking proactive measures to mitigate hazards and maintain safety standards.
- Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
- Inspected locomotives and rail cars for necessary maintenance before, during and after long routes and for regular maintenance requirements.
Machinist
Webster Industries
03.2013 - 01.2014
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
Machinist
B&m Machine
05.2013 - 10.2013
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hopewell Loudon
Bascom, OH05-2013
No Degree - Machine Trades
Sentinel Career Center
Tiffin, OH05-2013
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety inspection
- Risk assessment
- Equipment maintenance
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability to change
- Team collaboration
- Weather condition adaptation
- Emergency response procedures
- First aid and CPR
- Switching operations
- Freight car inspection
- Railroad safety regulations
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour General Industry Training - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Conductor Certification - Federal Railroad Administration.
- Forklift Safety Training Certificate - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Timeline
Freight Conductor
Norfolk Southern
01.2015 - Current
Machinist
B&m Machine
05.2013 - 10.2013
Machinist
Webster Industries
03.2013 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Hopewell Loudon
No Degree - Machine Trades
Sentinel Career Center
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