Steven Pittman

Safety Coordinator

RailPros Field Services

Irvine, CA

09.2020 - Current

Directed and coordinated activities of workers engaged in track maintenance, construction, and repair.
Inspected tracks, ties, switches, crossings, bridges and other railroad structures for defects or damage.
Monitored crew performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
Provided guidance to workers regarding proper techniques for repairs and maintenance activities.
Coordinated with other departments such as engineering or operations to ensure completion of assigned tasks.
Responded quickly to emergencies such as derailments or washouts.
Supervised the loading and unloading of materials at job sites.
Trained new employees in safety protocols for working around railroads.
Adhered to all federal safety regulations when performing duties.
Identified potential hazards associated with railroad construction sites.
Drafted reports detailing progress made on projects during shift.
Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
Repaired or replaced damaged railroad ties utilizing jackhammers, crowbars, pickaxes, and other tools.
Inspected railroad track and components for defects, such as broken ties, misaligned rails, and deteriorated ballast.
Installed new rail sections with the help of a crane operator and ensured proper alignment with adjacent sections.
Assisted in installation of new crossties by hand-digging holes for them to be placed into.
Maintained work area cleanliness while performing various tasks on the tracks.
Operated equipment including hydraulic jacks, drills, grinders, saws and impact wrenches to repair track beds and structures safely.
Performed routine maintenance on all types of mechanical devices used in track construction projects.
Conducted visual inspections on various parts of the train system such as switches, signals and crossings.
Adjusted switch points according to instructions provided by supervisor.
Provided assistance during emergency situations such as derailments or collisions by helping clear debris from the tracks quickly.
Completed maintenance and repairs on tracks and adjacent equipment.
Ensured safety regulations were followed at all times while working onsite near active train lines.
Operated single- or multiple-head spike driving machines to drive spikes into ties and secure rails.