Sezhaun Pitts
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Freight Conductor experienced in safety protocols, crew coordination, and effective communication. Conducted thorough inspections and trained new employees to ensure compliance while enhancing operational standards. Organized and motivated, focused on utilizing time management and adaptability to contribute to company growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Conductor
Norfolk Southern
Norfolk, VA
03.2023 - Current
- Operated trains safely and efficiently under strict safety protocols.
- Followed strict safety protocols while operating switches and signals along the tracks.
- Inspected switches daily to ensure safe train operations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on locomotives and rail cars.
- Inspected brakes, couplings, air hoses, signal lines, and other components of the train before departure.
- Inspected freight cars for any damage or safety issues prior to departure.
- Adhered to federal regulations governing railroad operations including speed limits, track standards.
- Collaborated with crew members to ensure smooth train operations.
- Coupled railcars together in a secure manner to ensure safe transport.
- Received and followed directions from train dispatchers.
- Interpreted various signals to start, stop and back-up train or set and release air brakes.
- Directed crew members by employing flag or hand signals, lantern, and radio communications.
Delivery Driver
Amazon
Norfolk
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Planned delivery routes to optimize time and fuel usage.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Operated delivery vehicle to transport packages efficiently.
- Loaded packages safely to ensure secure transport during deliveries.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections.
- Monitored fuel level throughout shift and refueled when necessary.
- Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
- Checked tires for proper inflation before leaving on each route.
- Reported mechanical issues with delivery vehicle to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
Warehouse Worker
California Cartage Company
Suffolk, Virginia
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Loaded and unloaded shipments according to established safety guidelines.
- Operated forklifts to move materials and products within the warehouse.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and inspections.
Education
Nansemond River High School
Suffolk, VirginiaSkills
- Train operations
- Freight car inspection
- Equipment inspection
- Railcar positioning
- Train assembling
- Switching operations
- Hazardous materials handling
- Safety protocols
- Compliance adherence
- Crew coordination
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Freight documentation
- Weather adaptation
- Coupling and uncoupling
- Railroad safety regulations
- Adaptability
- Professional demeanor
- Inventory accuracy
- Conducting
Timeline
Freight Conductor
Norfolk Southern
03.2023 - Current
Delivery Driver
Amazon
08.2022 - 02.2023
Warehouse Worker
California Cartage Company
06.2021 - 06.2022
Nansemond River High School