Duncan Edward Ross

Canadian National Railways

09.1987 - 09.2025

Operated locomotive ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
Learned and applied railway signals and communication methods for effective train control.
Conducted routine inspections of equipment, identifying maintenance needs to ensure safe operations.
Worked in both yard and road service
Followed established procedures for emergency situations, contributing to overall safety efforts on the railways.
Coordinated with yardmasters to ensure the efficient movement of trains within rail yards, optimizing space utilization and minimizing delays.
Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
Examined locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water and other supplies before each run.
Reduced fuel consumption with strategic train handling techniques, resulting in significant cost savings.
Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance.
Climbed on and off train cars to set or release hand brakes, couple and uncouple air hoses between rail cars and remove and replace broken knuckles.
Skillfully operated multiple types of locomotives across diverse terrains, displaying adaptability and flexibility in challenging situations.