Santos
Morales
Chicago, IL 60609
adml2x@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY
Hardworking Construction Worker who is dependable and reliable. Motivated to get along well with others and exceed expectations. Adept multiuser able to handle a high volume of tasks in a high pressure, fast-paced work environment.
EXPERIENCE
Laborer, Tranco Industrial Services
Burns Harbor, IN — Apr 2014-Present
Operate picks, shovels, and spike driving machines to perform maintenance and repair work on rails.
Repair and replace specific components of the rail track.
Demonstrated ability to inspect track and maintain lever.
Sort track material for loading and unloading.
Perform other duties as directed.
Laborer, Railworks Track Services
Minooka, IL — Sep 2013-Dec 2013
Remove and replace tracks (e.g. ties, rails, bars).
Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge.
Repair and replace track switches.
Cut rails to specific lengths.
Participated in safety meetings with crew, job briefs, and review safe work habits in order to avoid safety situations.
Foreman, Swanson Contracting Co.
Alsip, IL — Sep 1991-Aug 2013
Direct and manage daily activities of a crew related to duties involved in the construction, maintenance, inspection, and repair of railroad tracks.
Examined rails for cutting length and adjustments.
Maintained and updated production paperwork and time sheets fully and accurately.
Performed in classroom instruction to ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulation for safety operations.
Project management from beginning to end to ensure work is completed to work specification.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with crew and customers
Correct deviations in track surface, alignment and gauge.
Install and repair street railroad crossings.
Provide physical labor to place crossties, tie plates, track spikes,angle bars, and turnouts.
Apply concepts of basic math, calculate figures and amounts such as area and distance.
Supervise and train personnel, directing them to accomplish specific tasks on a daily basis.
EDUCATION
Wells High School 1984
Chicago, IL, USA
SKILLS
●Wide breadth of railroad work experience
●Strong skills in handling stressful work environment
●Exceptional physical strength and ability to lift up to 100 pounds
●Friendly and hardworking
●OSHA Certified