Henry Allen
Lake Crystal
Summary
Hardworking and reliable veteran with a strong ability in working as a member of a team that is seeking to take on a new challenge within the railroad industry. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality. Offering a strong work ethic with solid communication skills. Seasoned transportation professional experienced with train and railyard operations and best practices. Proficient in switching cars, overseeing freight and maintaining safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freight Conductor
Union Pacific Railroad Co
01.2024 - Current
- Negotiated and directed train and rail cars movement.
- Inspected locomotives and rail cars for necessary maintenance before, during and after long routes and for regular maintenance requirements.
- Signaled to engineers regarding train stopping, starting, directional switches or emergencies.
- Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a supportive work environment that contributed to increased morale and productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of all cargo transported to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations by staying up-to-date on industry changes and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Established clear communication channels among crew members during high-stress situations which ensured smooth operations.
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
- Conferred with engineers regarding train routes, timetables and cargoes and discussed alternative routes in response to rail defects or obstructions.
Railcar Loader/Switchman
PSC Group
10.2021 - Current
- Inspected switches on daily basis
- Managed railcar loading, unloading and switching
- Motivated members to provide first-rate performances by applying honed skills and experience
- Drove engines within railroad yards or other establishments to couple, uncouple or switch railroad cars
- Efficiently coupled, uncoupled and switched railroad cars based on current operational orders
- Signaled crew members to direct movement of engines and train cars using hand signals, radios and other communication devices
- Utilized yard management computer systems to input shift data
- Communicated with supervisor and other team members to obtain and relay accurate switching information
Security Patrol Officer
HUB Enterprises
11.2014 - 10.2021
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations
- Patrolled and secured industrial and commercial premises to prevent intrusion
- Documented all security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors
- Responded to alarms and disturbances to maintain safety
- Acted as first-responder for medical emergencies, incoming calls and code red situations prior to arrival of paramedics and law enforcement
Combat Engineer
Mississippi Army National Guard
10.2014 - 11.2019
- Operated wheeled vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways for support of combat operations
- Located and neutralized various types of mines and IEDs
- Supervised minefield installation and removal, notifying supervisors with consistent updated information
- Used visual methods and mine detectors to identify and locate mines, effectively detonating enemy threats
- Successfully guided and supervised mine-clearing line charge loading team with no injuries or accidents
- Used technical expertise and sound military judgment to learn and perform complex procedures
Education
High School Diploma -
Ocean Springs High School
Ocean Springs, MS05.2014
Skills
- Decision-making
- Communication
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Team collaboration
- Hazmat Procedures
- Inspecting Freight Cars
- Cutting Railcars
- Uncoupling Expertise
- Problem Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Managing Yard Switching
- Manual Rail Switches
- PPE Usage
- Stress Management
- Hazardous materials handling
- Weather condition adaptation
- Freight documentation
- Emergency response procedures
- Freight car inspection
- Railroad safety regulations
- Air brake systems
- Train assembling
- Signal interpretation
Certification
- Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Conductor Certification - Federal Railroad Administration. Class 06 - Remote Control Operator/Class 08- Conductor
Timeline
Freight Conductor
Union Pacific Railroad Co
01.2024 - Current
Railcar Loader/Switchman
PSC Group
10.2021 - Current
Security Patrol Officer
HUB Enterprises
11.2014 - 10.2021
Combat Engineer
Mississippi Army National Guard
10.2014 - 11.2019
- Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Conductor Certification - Federal Railroad Administration. Class 06 - Remote Control Operator/Class 08- Conductor
High School Diploma -
Ocean Springs High School
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