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Travis Pfannenstiel

Alliance,NE

Summary

Hardworking job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure maintence position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Promotes and maintains safe work habits and standards.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Carman

BNSF
Alliance, NE
01.2015 - Current
  • Performed inspections of railroad cars for defects prior to departure from rail yards.
  • Repaired and replaced defective parts on diesel-electric locomotives using hand tools and power tools.
  • Cleaned, lubricated and adjusted various locomotive components such as wheelsets, journals bearings, brake shoes.
  • Worked with a team of mechanics to disassemble major assemblies from locomotives for repair or replacement.
  • Installed new equipment into existing railroad cars such as couplers, draft gears and airbrake systems.
  • Tested newly installed components for proper operation before returning them to service.
  • Removed defective parts from freight cars and installed replacement parts following manufacturer's instructions.
  • Repaired metal siding panels on boxcars after they had been damaged by collisions or vandalism incidents.
  • Recorded detailed notes regarding repairs performed in order to maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
  • Participated in training sessions designed to keep employees current with the latest industry standards and regulations.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery used in the construction of new track sections.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations pertaining to hazardous materials transportation safety.
  • Provided assistance during emergency response situations involving derailed trains.
  • Tested air brakes using single car testers and reported concerns to supervisor for immediate attention.
  • Reviewed work orders to determine work assignments and material and equipment needs.
  • Switched rail cars within rail yard for product offload into receiving pits.
  • Performed emergency and regular maintenance on rail cars and trains during, before and after trips to optimize functionality.
  • Coordinated train movements during car changes by communicating clearly with engineers.
  • Documented quantity of available cars, cars sent for repair and types of service needed.
  • Monitored rail track list to promptly spot and switch correct railcars.
  • Directed safe movement and operations of trains in yard and on mail line to protect people, materials and equipment from harm and prevent delay.
  • Controlled car routing with correct use of track switches.
  • Utilized hand signals and radio communication to signal locomotive engineers to operate trains for car coupling or uncoupling.
  • Performed repairs on railcars and maintained rail yard to keep appearances and functionality.
  • Detected track obstructions and removed problems or notified supervisors of serious concerns.
  • Monitored gauges closely to assess operating performance or safety.
  • Adjusted levers to couple and uncouple cars.
  • Set up flares, flags, lanterns or torpedoes to warn oncoming trains during emergency stops.
  • Inspected couplings, air hoses, journal boxes and handbrakes to verify proper functionality.

Braiding Machine Operator

Parker Hannifin Corp.
Alliance, NE
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Set up and operated braiding machines to wrap wire, yarn, or thread around a core material.
  • Maintained and monitored machine during production runs to ensure optimal performance of equipment.
  • Adjusted tensions on spindles as necessary to maintain proper tension in the braid.
  • Checked finished products for defects and conformance to specifications.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting problems with machinery and processes.
  • Inspected raw materials for quality before loading into the machine.
  • Monitored machines for abnormal sounds or vibrations indicating possible malfunctions.
  • Loaded spools of yarn onto spindles according to product specifications.
  • Received instruction from supervisors regarding job duties and safety procedures.
  • Adhered to all safety guidelines while operating machinery.
  • Recorded production data such as number of units produced, amount of scrap, downtime.
  • Communicated issues with supervisor when needed.
  • Identified defective materials using measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
  • Cleaned work areas regularly.
  • Followed standard operating procedures while performing tasks.
  • Removed completed products from braiding machines.
  • Repaired minor malfunctions in the machine when needed.
  • Organized storage area for supplies used in braiding process.
  • Placed thread spools on spindles, inserted bobbins and threaded ends through machine guides.
  • Contacted maintenance team for machine repairs or mechanical issues.

Delivery Driver

LinPepCo
Alliance, NE
08.2008 - 01.2015
  • Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
  • Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
  • Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
  • Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
  • Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
  • Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
  • Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
  • Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
  • Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
  • Reported mechanical issues with delivery vehicle to supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
  • Managed inventory levels during deliveries by verifying load counts against shipping manifests.
  • Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
  • Stayed up-to-date on changing local roads and construction areas that may affect routes.
  • Assisted warehouse personnel in packing orders when necessary.
  • Monitored fuel level throughout shift and refueled when necessary.
  • Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
  • Checked tires for proper inflation before leaving on each route.
  • Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
  • Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
  • Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
  • Obeyed traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
  • Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
  • Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
  • Utilized street maps to plan and determine most efficient routes.
  • Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets.

Education

GED -

Alliance High School
Alliance, NE
05-2006

Skills

  • Diagnostic Skills
  • Assembly and disassembly
  • Hydraulic Systems Knowledge
  • Precision Measuring Instruments
  • Workplace Safety Compliance
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Suspension systems understanding
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • OSHA Safety Regulations
  • Quality Control Procedures
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Reliability
  • Mechanical inspection
  • Time Management
  • Task Prioritization
  • Team building
  • Self Motivation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Excellent Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Active Listening
  • Team Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Braiding Machine Operator

Parker Hannifin Corp.
06.2021 - 11.2021

Journeyman Carman

BNSF
01.2015 - Current

Delivery Driver

LinPepCo
08.2008 - 01.2015

GED -

Alliance High School

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