Dedicated and hard working with extensive fabrication experience, excelling in mechanical repairs and team coordination. Proven problem-solver and mentor, enhancing team performance through knowledge sharing. Skilled in troubleshooting and overcoming any obstacle, consistently delivering high-quality results while fostering a collaborative and safe work environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Locomotive Specialist
Railway Service Contractors
09.2022 - 06.2025
Nation wide travel conducting FRA regulated inspections as well as mechanical and structural repairs on locomotives
Lead fabricator rebuilding and modifying locomotives
Shop supervisor leading a crew of 6 guys
Emd engine troubleshooting and repair with frequent rebuilds both in shop and in the field
Daily electrical and air systems troubleshooting
Coordinate with contractors and onsite personal to conduct safe, efficient work environment
Frequent problem solving and out of the box mentality
Long hours with emergency service calls frequent
Maintain company vehicle and accounts
Open and close shop
Repair service trucks and facility
Trained new hires
Painted locomotives to customer provided paint schemes
Fabricator
Midwest Locomotive
03.2015 - 07.2022
Right hand to fab lead, supervisor of fab department
Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
Draft gear specialist
Bolstered client trust by ensuring all fabricated components met stringent quality control standards.
Structural fab repairs and rebuilds
De-rail and collision response and repair
Supported new team members, sharing knowledge and skills to improve overall team performance in metal fabrication.
Maintained high levels of client satisfaction, delivering projects that consistently met or exceeded expectations.
Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
Fabricated components and structures following federally mandated requirements.
Ensured a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining properly functioning equipment.
Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
Provided training and mentorship for new hires, fostering a positive team dynamic and promoting skill development.
Inspected equipment and materials to verify safety and quality standards.
Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
Developed innovative solutions for challenging fabrication projects, resulting in successful outcomes and satisfied clients.
Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job.
Collaborated with team members on complex projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship.
Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions.
Maintained detailed records of work orders completed per day/week/month/year for accurate reporting and resource allocation.
Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget.
Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
Managed diverse team, promoting inclusive work environment that leveraged individual strengths.
Education
High School Diploma -
Raytown South High
Raytown, MO
05.2014
Skills
Manual dexterity
Coaching and mentoring
Knowledge sharing
Problem-solving
Schematics interpretation
Team collaboration
Process optimization
Accomplishments
Led the removal of the turn table out of the union pacific railyard in kck for move to museum
Rebuilt three tugboat engines and two barge engines on the MO river
Started welding when i skipped school to push a broom at a local shop, taught myself in the back on breaks and lunch, lead cutdown specialist for american body company before graduating high school modifying 53 ft end loader semi trailers to customer desired length and height
Freelance Interpreter and Translator at JARTS (Japan Railway Technical Service)Freelance Interpreter and Translator at JARTS (Japan Railway Technical Service)