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Samuel Sweet

Princeton

Summary

Construction Foreman with 14 years of experience in asset management and blueprint reading, dedicated to enhancing team efficiency and safety compliance. Proven track record in leading diverse teams to meet project deadlines while optimizing resource allocation. Expertise in engineering solutions that drive operational excellence and support growth initiatives. Assistant Trainmaster with extensive experience in managing rail operations, coordinating crews, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations, resulting in improved operational efficiency and reduced downtime.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Trainmaster

CPKC
Princeton
01.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated daily train operations and schedules for efficient service delivery.
  • Communicated with train crews to relay schedule updates and operational changes.
  • Maintained communication with customers regarding scheduling changes or delays due to weather conditions or mechanical issues.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and federal regulations related to hazardous materials transportation.
  • Reviewed engineering drawings of proposed construction projects prior to implementation; identified potential conflicts.
  • Inspected tracks and equipment for safe operation; ensured compliance with federal safety standards.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations such as derailments or signal malfunctions; dispatched repair crews when needed.

Bridge Foreman / Flagging Foreman / Trackmen / Machine Operator

Union Pacific Railroad
Wichita
02.2013 - 02.2025
  • Supervise track upkeep, ensuring safety compliance across diverse sites.
  • Boost team efficiency and morale through structured procedures.
  • Interpret blueprints for bridge construction with technical expertise.
  • Conduct safety audits, ensuring industry standards adherence.
  • Optimize resource allocation by coordinating track material logistics.
  • Conduct comprehensive safety audits, ensuring staff adherence to policies and regulations, while maintaining meticulous records of completed work and structure conditions.
  • Spearhead track maintenance initiatives, efficiently repairing and rebuilding railroad tracks using specialized tools, enhancing overall system reliability and safety.
  • Lead bridge crew as working supervisor, coordinating daily activities and identifying tasks aligned with team capabilities, fostering a productive work environment.
  • Implement standard procedures to enhance working conditions, significantly boosting employee morale and engagement while streamlining operational processes.
  • Analyze and interpret complex blueprints for steel and concrete bridge construction, ensuring precise execution of projects and adherence to structural specifications.
  • Detected equipment malfunctions by observing and listening to machinery.

Grain Laborer

Bartlett Grain and Company
Wichita
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Conducted and assisted with routine maintenance and repairs.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading of grain commodities by rail and truck.
  • Utilized trucks, train hoppers, train cars, containers, and conveyors to feed machines with products via forklifts, transfer augers, suction gates, shovels, and manual tools.
  • Verified specified tonnages and prevented overloads by weighing and measuring materials and products.
  • Maintained equipment, machinery, and workstations via hand tools, shovels, brooms, chemicals, hoses, and lubricants.
  • Oversaw the quality assurance program, including internal audits, customer surveys, and onsite evaluations.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction through courteous and responsive customer service.
  • Identified equipment malfunctions by observing conveyor operations and monitor lights, dials, and gauges.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Manpower
Wichita
01.2011 - 12.2011
  • Ensured shipments were properly routed by providing accurate shipping documentation and labeling.
  • Oversaw shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
  • Moved shipping materials to and from their designated areas via lift and hand trucks.
  • Factored shipping procedures, rates, and routes to make informed shipping decisions.
  • Verified incoming shipment contents against the associated records; transmitted information to the proper department.
  • Optimized shipping and receiving strategies and chose the best carrier, route, and method to minimize costs.
  • Resolved damaged shipments and item shortages, protected company interests, and achieved financial targets.

Field Artillery Surveyor / Meteorological Crew Member

United States Army
Lawton
01.2011 - 12.2011
  • Monitored flight progress and system status during flights.
  • Computed total and free balloon lift for helium and hydrogen.
  • Recorded field data, prepared schematic sketches, and marked survey stations.
  • Operated meteorological equipment and performed astronomic observations.
  • Prepared meteorological balloons for launch.
  • Developed meteorology data by entering upper air information into the computer assisted artillery meteorology models.
  • Conducted preventative maintenance checks and serviced vehicles, radios, weapons, and survey equipment.
  • Boosted accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
  • Coordinated seamlessly with various departments, facilitating smooth information flow and contributing to overall supply chain optimization.
  • Streamlined shipping processes, enhancing documentation accuracy and route optimization for cost-effective logistics operations.

Material Handler

Adecco
Wichita
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Utilized handheld scanners and physical logs to track item movement.
  • Read blueprints and job specifications to plan completion and estimated job costs.
  • Prepared pallets for transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Protected company assets by maintaining a clean, organized, and secure environment.
  • Oversaw warehouse operations and verified shipping procedures.
  • Identified orders requiring special attention / handling using SAP to track and find information.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by bracing and strapping items prior to shipment.
  • Ensured accuracy of information by reviewing inventory reports and activity.

Warehouse Clerk

United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton
08.2006 - 08.2010
  • Handled bulk materials for shipment.
  • Maintained personal computers and mainframe locator systems.
  • Performed inventory checks to ensure items were accounted for and properly stored.
  • Updated records of sub-custody principal end items.
  • Monitored the shelf life of items via CD-ROM and the mainframe support system.
  • Designed, developed, and implemented new shipping and receiving processes to manage and run $20M+ in military supplies.
  • Recognized for long hours, commitment to customers, attention to detail, and professionalism.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by developing and implementing new policies and procedures.
  • Received a Letter of Appreciation for improved policies and procedures for shipping and receiving work; met and exceeded all performance goals outlined.
  • Awarded an Iraqi Freedom Medal for service from 2008 to 2009 and a Letter of Appreciation for work completed in Iraq.
  • Additional Awards Received: Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Rifle Expert Badge (2nd Award).
  • Trained new staff on warehouse procedures and equipment usage efficiently.

Education

Master of Science - Forensic Psychology

Liberty University
Lynchburg, Va
11.2024

Bachelor of Criminal Justice -

Columbia College University
Columbia, MO
10.2023

Associate of Criminal Justice -

Columbia College University
Columbia, MO
12.2020

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Asset Management
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Commodities Management
  • Customer Service
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Data Entry
  • Inventory Management
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Network Development
  • Network Administration
  • Hardware Installation
  • Software Installation
  • Data Collection
  • Warehouse Management
  • Hazardous Materials Management
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Leadership
  • Schematic Diagram Interpretation
  • Data Analysis
  • Project Management
  • PowerPoint Presentations
  • Engineering Drawings
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Criminal profiling
  • Risk assessment
  • Research methods
  • Data analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Train scheduling and dispatching
  • Transportation logistics coordination

Personal Information

  • Title: Construction Foreman
  • Date of Birth: 06/25/88

Military Experience

  • Field Artillery Surveyor / Meteorological Crew Member, United States Army, Lawton, OK, 2011, Monitored flight progress and system status during flights., Computed total and free balloon lift for helium and hydrogen., Recorded field data, prepared schematic sketches, and marked survey stations., Operated meteorological equipment and performed astronomic observations., Prepared meteorological balloons for launch., Developed meteorology data by entering upper air information into the computer assisted artillery meteorology models., Conducted preventative maintenance checks and serviced vehicles, radios, weapons, and survey equipment., Boosted accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
  • Warehouse Clerk, United States Marine Corps, Camp Pendleton, CA, 08/14/06, 08/15/10, Handled bulk materials for shipment., Maintained personal computers and mainframe locator systems., Performed inventory checks to ensure items were accounted for and properly stored., Updated records of sub-custody principal end items., Monitored the shelf life of items via CD-ROM and the mainframe support system., Designed, developed, and implemented new shipping and receiving processes to manage and run $20M+ in military supplies., Recognized for long hours, commitment to customers, attention to detail, and professionalism., Improved efficiency and productivity by developing and implementing new policies and procedures., Received a Letter of Appreciation for improved policies and procedures for shipping and receiving work; met and exceeded all performance goals outlined., Awarded an Iraqi Freedom Medal for service from 2008 to 2009 and a Letter of Appreciation for work completed in Iraq., Additional Awards Received: Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Rifle Expert Badge (2nd Award).

Timeline

Assistant Trainmaster

CPKC
01.2025 - Current

Bridge Foreman / Flagging Foreman / Trackmen / Machine Operator

Union Pacific Railroad
02.2013 - 02.2025

Grain Laborer

Bartlett Grain and Company
01.2011 - 01.2013

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Manpower
01.2011 - 12.2011

Field Artillery Surveyor / Meteorological Crew Member

United States Army
01.2011 - 12.2011

Material Handler

Adecco
01.2010 - 01.2011

Warehouse Clerk

United States Marine Corps
08.2006 - 08.2010

Master of Science - Forensic Psychology

Liberty University

Bachelor of Criminal Justice -

Columbia College University

Associate of Criminal Justice -

Columbia College University