Rail Road Mechanic with extensive experience at Genesee & Wyoming. Proven in troubleshooting and repairing locomotive brake systems, enhancing operational efficiency. Strong collaborator, fostering teamwork and safety compliance, while delivering exceptional maintenance services that minimized downtime and improved equipment reliability.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rail Road Mechanic
Genesee & Wyoming /Chattahoochee Industrial
12.2005 - Current
Delivered prompt assistance to train crew experiencing breakdowns or malfunctions while switching rail cars minimizing downtime during critical periods.
Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of repair tasks, resulting in minimal delays .
Facilitated training sessions on equipment maintenance best practices for new hires, enhancing overall team competency and performance.
Improved safety standards by conducting regular inspections of equipment and addressing potential hazards promptly.
Established a positive work environment by fostering collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect among fellow mechanics and team members.
Maintained accurate documentation of all completed repairs, facilitating clear communication among team members about the status of each piece of equipment.
Remained current on industry regulations and compliance requirements, ensuring all repairs were performed in accordance with applicable safety standards.
Ensured optimal performance of fleet vehicles through diligent attention to tire rotations, oil changes, brake replacements, fluid level checks, and other routine maintenance tasks.
Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize repair assignments based on urgency levels that maximized overall efficiency.
Removed worn or faulty components for replacement or repair.
Serviced locomotives, inspecting brakes and replace filters to perform preventive maintenance services .
Performed welding, cutting torch, and various hand tools to repair freight cars and locomotives.
Millwright
Ga. Tubing
06.1995 - 12.2005
Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
Reduced downtime for production lines by swiftly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
Missile Maintenance Technician
United States Air Force
06.1988 - 07.1992
Ensured operational readiness of missiles through meticulous testing procedures and documentation.