Elysia Schmidt
Barstow
Summary
Dynamic train operations leader with extensive experience at BNSF Railway, excelling in safety compliance and efficiency improvements. Proven ability to mentor teams and implement innovative solutions, enhancing operational performance. Skilled in GCOR and Hazmat regulations, with a strong focus on communication and problem-solving to drive success in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainmaster
BNSF Railway
11.2024 - Current
- Served as trainmaster on three occasions, demonstrating extensive knowledge in operations management
- Manage train operations for a major railway company overseeing the movement of freight trains, road crew and yard crews
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, train schedules
- Collaborate with other departments and trainmasters to resolve issues and improve efficiency in the yard
- Conduct regular job safety briefings
- Train operations management safety and compliance
- Excel in Leadership, Communication, Problem-solving and decision-making
- Experienced BNSF Railway train master with a proven track record to managing train operations ensuring safety, train compliance, and improving efficiency. Highly skilled in leadership, communication and problem-solving. Known for developing and implementing innovative solutions to contingent challenges.
Conductor
BNSF Railway
05.2014 - Current
- Qualified: Needles, Cajon, Bakersfield, North County, Orange Sub, Up Mojave subdivisions
- Manage safe and efficient operations of freight trains in compliance with company and federal regulations
- Perform pre-trip inspections of locomotives and railcars, ensuring all equipment is in working order and reporting any defects or malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
- Coordinate with trainmasters, dispatchers, engineers and other crew's members to ensure on-time performance and timely response for emergencies
- Monitor train movements and track conditions using various communication and signal systems and respond quickly to any problems or emergencies.
- Maintain accurate records of train movements, cargo, equipment, and submit required reports to management and regulatory agencies.
- Train and mentor new crew members to ensure safety, rules comprehension and operation protocols
- Certified Conductor/Switchman with 10 years' experience in Barstow yard.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CASkills
- Train operations management
- Gcor
- Ssi
- Hazmat
- Timetables
- Safety and Compliance
- Leadership and mentoring
- Communication and collaboration
- Problem solving and decision-making
- Customer service and quality improvement
- Certified Conductor
- Switchman
References
Professional References available upon request
Timeline
Trainmaster
BNSF Railway
11.2024 - Current
Conductor
BNSF Railway
05.2014 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Victor Valley College