Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
BNSF 4-star award for 2021 and 2022
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Robert Tuter

Palmyra

Summary

Expererinced railroad worker with 13-year experience in performing track maintenance. Thorough understanding of rail safety regulations and protocols. Demonstrated ability to inspect track and maintain and keep record of repairs needed and done. A meticulous worker who has great attention to detail. Willing to work in extreme weather conditions.

Professional with strong leadership abilities and focus on results in construction environment. Skilled in overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating with team members to meet project goals. Known for reliability, adaptability, and consistent performance under changing conditions. Proficient in problem-solving, team collaboration, and effective communication.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Foreman

BNSF Railway
07.2013
  • Replace, remove and repair tracks as well as related components.
  • Perfected tie and rail installation while making sure gang had all materials needed to perform jobs efficiently.
  • Assured all safety rules and standard were met.
  • Lined up daily and weekly jobs for all production gangs. Briefed daily with train dispatchers, train masters and operations to insure least amount of delays for train traffic.
  • Managed and assisted 10-30 employees on Tie and Rail gangs.
  • Learned how gang worked and what needed to be done to be productive and safe for two years as Assistant Foreman for Tie and Rail Gang.
  • Assistant Head Foreman to Rail Master with all production functions on gang.

Assistant Roadmaster

BNSF
10.2021 - Current
  • Provided administrative support to team, ensuring smooth daily operations and effective communication.
  • Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
  • Contributed to project success, coordinating logistics and resources for multiple concurrent projects.
  • Assisted in project coordination, tracking deadlines and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
  • Covered Roadmaster vacancies on the division as needed.
  • Assisted system with capital programs.
  • Oversaw the continuous rail testing program.

Military Police

United States Army
10.2000 - 07.2014
  • Selected for elite security details providing dignitary protection for visiting generals, members of Congress and other high-ranking officials.
  • Served as Squad Leader, Team Leader, and Training Specialist subordinate personnel, at the rank of Sergeant in the U.S. Army.
  • Decorated and recognized veteran of the Global War on Terrorism, with multiple awards and citations as a combat MP.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Quincy Senior High
Quincy, IL
01.1998

Tier 2 Certification - undefined

FRA
Kansas City, MO
01.2014

Peacekeeper Certified - Criminal Justice

MACC
Moberly, MO
01.2001

Skills

  • Superior organization and prioritization skills
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong ability to handle stressful work environments
  • Wide scope of railroad work experience
  • Managing large crews and jobs
  • Expertise in track maintenance, materials, and construction
  • Deadline driven
  • Outstanding leadership skills
  • Task delegation
  • Site inspections
  • FRA Tier II and III qualified

Affiliations

BMWED- Union Member

Certification

FRA tier II and III certification

Timeline

Assistant Roadmaster

BNSF
10.2021 - Current

Assistant Foreman

BNSF Railway
07.2013

Military Police

United States Army
10.2000 - 07.2014

Tier 2 Certification - undefined

FRA

Peacekeeper Certified - Criminal Justice

MACC

High School Diploma - General Studies

Quincy Senior High

BNSF 4-star award for 2021 and 2022

BNSF 4 star award for 2021 and 2022

BNSF production award for 2023

BNSF safety award for 2022

Robert Tuter