Toni Colton
Ellis and Eastern
Sioux Falls ,SD
2027
years of professional experience
Results-driven Train Conductor with extensive experience at BNSF Railroad, adept at coordinating railcar placement and ensuring regulatory compliance with FRA standards. Proven ability to enhance operational safety and accuracy in shipment tracking, leveraging strong communication skills to facilitate efficient train movements and achieve reliable freight delivery.
Work History
Train Conductor
- Inspected railcars and track conditions before departure to verify safe operating readiness.
- Coupled and uncoupled cars while maintaining precise communication with engineer and crew.
- Handled switches, signals, and yard movements to support smooth train operations.
- Reviewed waybills and car orders to confirm accurate freight placement and routing.
- Secured loads and verified braking systems to maintain compliance with safety requirements.
- Followed railroad procedures and FRA safety standards to protect crew and equipment.
- Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
Train Conductor
- Inspected railcars and locomotives before departure to verify safe operating condition.
- Communicated movement instructions with engineer and dispatch to coordinate switching operations.
- Coupled and uncoupled railcars while following yard safety procedures and signal rules.
- Monitored train movements and track conditions to maintain safe, efficient operations.
- Recorded waybills, switch lists, and movement details for accurate shipment tracking.
- Secured loads and verified car placement to support reliable freight delivery.
Education
- Forensic Science
Skills
• Coordination of railcar placement per GCOR
regulations
Regulatory compliance - FRA & MSHA
Route planning
Operational safety
• Generate accurate waybills
manifest and shipment Paperwork
Timeline
Train Conductor
Ellis and Eastern
2019 - CurrentRead More
Train Conductor
BNSF Railroad
2017 - 10.2026Read More
Iowa Western Community College
from Forensic Science
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