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Train Driver

Transnet Freight Rail

01.2006 - Current

Contributed to improved overall efficiency within the rail network through collaborative problem-solving efforts with colleagues from various departments.
Improved train punctuality by consistently adhering to schedules and promptly addressing any delays.
Maximized overall operational efficiency through effective time management and prioritization of tasks during each shift.
Communicated effectively with dispatchers and other team members, supporting seamless coordination of rail traffic across the network.
Efficiently managed train operations, ensuring timely arrivals and departures at all stations.
Consistently met company performance targets for punctuality, safety, and customer satisfaction ratings.
Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently completing required documentation related to train operations, incidents, or delays.
Stayed up-to-date on industry regulations, attending workshops and conferences to maintain current knowledge of best practices.
Reduced fuel consumption with strategic route planning and efficient driving techniques.
Assisted in the training of new train drivers, sharing expertise on best practices for safe, efficient operation.
Operated trains according to established guidelines while adjusting speed based on weather conditions or other external factors that could impact safety.
Monitored gauges and meters to measure speed, amperage, battery charge and air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs.
Operated automated systems to propel trains, add or remove cars and switch cars around to unload freight.
Moved controls such as throttles and air brakes to drive electric, diesel-electric, steam or gas-turbine-electric locomotives.
Examined locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water and other supplies before each run.
Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
Interpreted train orders, signals or railroad rules and regulations that governed locomotive operation.
Worked with conductors and assistants to drive locomotives safely.
Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
Observed tracks to detect obstructions.
Checked speed and air pressure of locomotive at various points throughout route.
Monitored gauges or meters that measured speed, amperage or air pressure in brake lines or main reservoirs.
Received starting signals from conductors and used controls such as throttles or air brakes to drive electric, steam or gas turbine-electric locomotives.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Train Driver

Education

High School Diploma -

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Interests

reading and researching things

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Timeline

Train Driver

High School Diploma -

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