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Locomotive Engineer

Location:
Albuquerque, NM
Posted:
December 10, 2023

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RYAN ROSNER

ad1t6s@r.postjobfree.com 928-***-**** Albuquerque, NM 87101

Knowledgeable Locomotive Engineer with 20 years of train and locomotive experience. Successful at following detailed routes and schedules with knowledge of train repairs and customer service. Dedicated to thorough maintenance and inspections.

Rail Coupler Installations

Tool Use

Manual Rail Switches

Diesel Freight Locomotives

Track Placement Planning

Emergency Response

Incident Reports

Coupling and Uncoupling

Transportation Regulations

Safety Monitoring

Preventive Maintenance

Training & Development

Verbal Communication

Planning

Flexible and Adaptable

Supervision and Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Incident Management

BNSF Railroad Belen, NM

Locomotive Engineer

07/2002 - 10/2022

Observed track conditions for any obstructions or repairs that may be necessary along route.

Checked paperwork related to cargo being transported for accuracy and completeness prior to departure.

Ensured proper functioning of airbrakes and monitored pressure levels. Recorded information about fuel usage, mileage traveled, and time spent on each run accurately into logbook.

Adhered strictly to safety protocols when dealing with hazardous materials during transport.

Assisted in coupling and uncoupling cars from train as needed. Inspected locomotive daily to ensure compliance with safety standards. Maintained communication between yard personnel and crew members during switching operations.

Conducted pre-trip inspections of the engine, brakes, and other systems before each trip.

Monitored speedometer readings to ensure adherence to posted speed limits.

Responded promptly to signals from railroad dispatchers regarding changes in route or schedule.

Operated locomotives according to strict delivery and route schedules. Performed train inspections, tests and procedures, completed associated paperwork and identified and documented train equipment defects. Drove trains and operated engines and handled mechanical train operations.

Summary

Skills

Experience

Conducted movement of rail cars and overall train and completed or verified air couplings and electrical connections between locomotives. Positioned train at originating station before scheduled departure time and performed switching assignments in cooperation with other departments. Provided assistance in loading and unloading cargo onto trains when necessary.

Notified dispatch office of arrival times at stations along route according to schedule.

Inspected couplers regularly for signs of wear or damage while en route. Managed safe operation of train by monitoring weather conditions, track switches, and signal lights.

Followed emergency procedures if derailment or other accidents occurred while operating train.

Operated locomotive in accordance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations.

Manually controlled throttles and air brakes for electric, diesel-electric, steam or gas turbine-electric engines.

Interpreted train orders, signals and regulations governing locomotive operation and maintenance.

Followed applicable safety procedures in responding to emergency conditions and breakdowns.

Visually inspected track to detect hazards and obstructions and maintain safety.

Sinagua High School Flagstaff, AZ

GED

03/2001

Johnson County Community College Overland Park, KS Some College (No Degree) in Conductor School

Education and Training



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