Brady Mitchell
Hinton,AB
Summary
Working for the rail industry for more than 10 years, demonstrating exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills. Excelled in employee training, risk management, and production optimization, ensuring projects met stringent quality and cost estimates. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining high safety standards, with a notable achievement in exceeding project goals and working as a team member with other internal departments and external parties.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Track Supervisor
Canadian National Railway
01.2023 - Current
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through regular audits and detailed documentation processes, maintaining a strong safety record for the organization.
- Mentored junior team members in their career progression, providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth.
- Implemented targeted improvements to rail infrastructure based on feedback from customers and front-line staff members alike.
- Reduced maintenance downtime by implementing efficient scheduling and resource allocation for track repair projects.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, coordinating efforts to minimize disruption and restore normal service as quickly as possible.
- Enhanced track safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Streamlined communication among team members, ensuring timely collaboration on essential tasks.
Supervisor
Quality Railway Services
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Supervised new track construction job sites of up to 60 employees and contractors.
- Worked as a mentor for contracting foreman's, supervising track protection and signing off on TOP's and Rule 42 protection to qualify new employees.
- Performed maintenance work for CN, CP and customer tracks, including washouts, derailments, switch installs and day to day projects.
- Act as a consultant for CN customers doing their annual track inspections and keeping their tracks up to CN standards.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Wrote daily production reports to help senior leadership make accurate operational plans and decisions.
- Maximized resource utilization and achieved production targets by managing day-to-day usage of department resources.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Responded to emergencies between Vancouver and Winnipeg on an on call basis to assist teams with clean up and repairs.
Foreman
Canadian Nataional Railway
01.2014 - 10.2019
- Provided flagging, including TOP, Rule 42, Rule 841 and safety watch for gangs, contractors and new construction work locations
- Operated track units, on track and off track machines, and performed maintenance on all equipment.
- Performed track patrols on all types of CN lines.
- Performed work in accordance with CN and Transport Canada standards.
- Supervised work of contracted employees to keep on task for timely completion.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stanley Consolidated School
Stanley, NB06.2013
Skills
- Worker Supervision
- Team Leadership
- Assignment Delegation
- Production Optimization
- Employee Training
- Equipment Operation
- Decision Making
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Risk Management
- Work Monitoring
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Blueprint Reading
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Safe Operating Procedures
- Quality Assurance
- Self Control and Integrity
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Time Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Track Supervisor
Canadian National Railway
01.2023 - Current
Supervisor
Quality Railway Services
10.2019 - 01.2023
Foreman
Canadian Nataional Railway
01.2014 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Stanley Consolidated School
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