Wyatt Zimmerman

Train Conductor

Norfolk Southern

Harrisburg, PA

05.2022 - Current

Inspected trains for safety hazards or issues prior to departure.
Communicated with other personnel via radio or telephone while on duty.
Monitored track conditions for obstructions or signal problems along the route.
Checked and verified freight car paperwork for accuracy.
Maintained records of freight cars, their cargo, and the route they traveled.
Communicated with dispatchers to receive instructions regarding routes and schedules.
Coupled railcars together in a secure manner to ensure safe transport.
Inspected freight cars for any damage or safety issues prior to departure.
Ensured that all cargo was properly loaded onto the correct train cars.
Followed strict safety protocols while operating switches and signals along the tracks.
Monitored track conditions for any obstructions or hazards which could impede travel.
Operated hand brakes on locomotives as needed when stopping at stations or switching tracks.
Coordinated with other members of the train crew to ensure timely departures and arrivals.
Inspected brakes, couplings, air hoses, signal lines, and other components of the train before departure.
Adhered to federal regulations governing railroad operations including speed limits, track standards.
Coupled air brakes and electrical connections between trains.
Upheld tight deadlines for delivery of freight and arrival of passengers.
Received and followed directions from train dispatchers.
Produced daily reports, switch lists, and train orders.
Read and interpreted pieces in order to determine correct approaches.
Directed crew members by employing flag or hand signals, lantern and radio communications.
Inspected switches on daily basis.
Observed train movement to ascertain functionality.
Observed yard traffic to determine track availability to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
Arranged removal of defective cars from trains at stations or stops.