Zachary Grace
Avon,IL
Summary
Skilled locomotive engineer with comprehensive experience in operating freight and passenger trains. Possess strong knowledge of safety protocols, train dynamics, and route planning. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing environments and maintain high levels of punctuality and reliability in operations. Improved fuel efficiency and on-time performance through effective driving strategies and meticulous attention to operational details.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grace Trucking LLC
Self Employed Services
Avon, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Livestock Hauling
- TQA & BQA certification
- Livestock sorting and handling
- CDL with Hazmat
Mayor
Village of Avon
Avon , IL
08.2017 - Current
- Motor Fuel Tax experience
- Public relations experience
- Oversaw the budgeting process for the city's departments.
- Collaborated with city council members to set goals for the municipality
Locomotive Engineer
BNSF Railroad
Galesburg, IL
02.2006 - 07.2022
- Ensured proper functioning of airbrakes and monitored pressure levels throughout trips.
- Site Safety Auditor
- Safety Auditor for Drug and Alcohol observation of fellow employees
- Hazmat Training
- Public Safety Trainer
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Repair
Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, ILSkills
- Diesel freight locomotives
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Emergency Response
- Conflict resolution abilities
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Safety Procedures
- Engine repair
- Hydraulic systems
- Incident Reports
- Regulatory Compliance
Certification
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Endorsements - Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Railroad Conductor Certificate - Community Colleges or Technical Schools with Railroad Programs.
- Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Endorsement - Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Air Brake Systems Certification - Various Railroad Education and Training Providers.
Timeline
Grace Trucking LLC
Self Employed Services
01.2022 - Current
Mayor
Village of Avon
08.2017 - Current
Locomotive Engineer
BNSF Railroad
02.2006 - 07.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Repair
Carl Sandburg College
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