Whillex Mason

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Certified Locomotive Engineer with over 20 years of dedicated railroad freight and switching operations. Ability in working with diverse cultures. A skilled locomotive engineer adhering to the rules applicable to getting the job done safely and efficiently.

SKILLS

Excellent verbal/written communication skills

Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines

Attention to details

Adapting to unique environments

Safety and Risk Assessment

Peer to Peer Engagement

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Locomotive Engineer 8/1997 – 1/2018 Canadian National Railroad Memphis, TN

Apply knowledge of territory, including grades, terrain, curves and grade crossings, to operate train safely and give warning signals; observe track to identify obstructions and anticipate operating issues

Diagnose minor breakdowns and perform minor service and maintenance when required; report major mechanical malfunctions and coordinate with associated departments to correct safety and mechanical issues as needed

Ensure that logbooks and procedure manuals are located in the driver’s cab for use by staff

Inspect locomotive, before and after runs, in terms of company and Federal Railroad Administration-required tests and checks; follow all local, state and federal regulations in terms of safety

Inspecting, identifying and correct or report defects on locomotives to ensure compliance with FRA daily inspection requirements

Maintain a peer to peer with conductor and/or utility person attached to crew, yardmaster or train dispatcher Communicate with traffic control center staff via radio to receive or issue information concerning oncoming trains, delays or stops

Prepare reports to properly explain unscheduled stops, delays, signaling problems or accidents

Use controls, such as air brakes or throttles, to drive turbine-electric or diesel-electric locomotives; monitor meters or gauges that calculate amperage, speed, air pressure or battery charge

Courier/Heavy Weight Driver 7/1990 - 8/1997 FedEx Express Chicago, IL

Responsible for picking up and delivering packages at homes and businesses on delivery route.

Ensured scheduled pick-ups and deliveries for the day are completed as intended, and must managed time well.

Maintained a good relationship with the customers on route, and answer questions about package shipping methods encountered.

Handler (Warehouse/Ramp) 2/1988 – 7/1990 FedEx Express Memphis, TN

Sorting and moving packages and freight, as well as checking labels for correct destinations.

Identifying packages needed by customs using advanced scanning technology to allow customers to track their packages.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Tennessee State University, Nashville, TN – Business Management 1985 - 1988

Rail Worker Hazmat Training Program

40-Hour Chemical Emergency Response

OSHA 10 General Industry

HMIT Train the Trainer

Modular Emergency Response