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BRADEN OLAR

Langley,BC

Summary

Self-motivated Locomotive Engineer offering 2 years experience with an additional 5 years conducting experience. Analytical and determined professional with proven communication and troubleshooting skills. Expertise in locomotive inspection and train assembly and disassembly.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Locomotive Engineer

CPKC Rail
05.2021 - Current
  • Inspected locomotives for operational readiness by making FRA and company-required checks and tests.
  • Worked with conductors and assistants to drive locomotives safely.
  • Monitored gauges and meters to measure speed, amperage, battery charge and air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs.
  • Inspected locomotives before and after runs.

Railway Conductor

CPKC Rail
01.2016 - 04.2021
  • Communicated with train dispatchers to obtain and adjust directions.
  • Made public announcements on routes and delays.
  • Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.
  • Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.

Wildland Firefighter

Alberta Wildfire Services
06.2014 - 09.2015
  • Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
  • Patrolled burnt areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
  • Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
  • Operated pumping engine to direct water pressure in hose and nozzle for most efficient operation.

Education

Railway Conductor And Operations Certificate -

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Annacis Island
05.2014

Firefighter And EMT Training -

Fire Academy
Texas
09.2012

Skills

  • Operational Safety
  • Safety Rules and Regulations
  • Rail Regulatory Compliance
  • Emergency Procedures

Timeline

Locomotive Engineer

CPKC Rail
05.2021 - Current

Railway Conductor

CPKC Rail
01.2016 - 04.2021

Wildland Firefighter

Alberta Wildfire Services
06.2014 - 09.2015

Railway Conductor And Operations Certificate -

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Firefighter And EMT Training -

Fire Academy
BRADEN OLAR