Experienced Track Lead offering proven safety record, performance-oriented nature and strong history of accomplishment in Track environments. Background training and mentoring team members to optimize performance and improve quality. Reliable.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Track and OCS Lead Crosstown Project
Alstom
Toronto, ON
01.2021 - Current
Provided assistance during emergency situations such as derailments or flooding along the railway line.
Operated a variety of hand tools and power equipment to maintain track structure.
Responded quickly when called upon for emergency repairs due to weather events or other unforeseen circumstances.
Worked closely with engineers and other personnel responsible for operating trains over the maintained sections of track.
Installed, analyzed and repaired railroad intercommunication systems.
Assisted with the installation of new tracks, switches and crossings.
Communicated regularly with dispatchers regarding any delays caused by maintenance activities.
Reported any issues to the supervisor in order to ensure safe operations on the tracks.
Assisted in training new employees on proper safety protocols while working on or around active tracks.
Removed debris from the right-of-way such as rocks, trees, brush or other hazardous materials that could cause damage to the trains or tracks.
Maintained communication with supervisors about changes in conditions that may affect train schedules.
Maintained records related to inspections and repairs of track structure.
Installed new crossings and signals and repaired existing structures and components to improve safety and prevent accidents.
Monitored traffic flow along designated sections of track to ensure efficient use of resources.
Used cranes to lift and guide individual steel components into position.
Completed paperwork regarding daily activities in a timely manner.
Identified potential problems before they became major issues by performing visual inspections of the track system.
Inspected track for defects such as broken or missing rail joints, loose bolts and spikes, washouts, and deteriorated ties.
Performed regular maintenance and repair of railroad track, including replacing ties, rails and other components.
Followed company policies regarding safety procedures when working on or near active tracks.
Moved levers and controls that operate lifting devices to load, unload, transport and stack material
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Trackman Journey- Finch Line Project
PNR RailWorks
11.2021 - 01.2022
Cleaned up work area after each shift to keep it tidy and hazard-free.
Verified leveling indicator arms to align tracks.
Conducted safety inspections at assigned locations to ensure proper functioning of all equipment.
Operated a variety of hand tools such as shovels, picks, rakes, tampers, hammers, sledges and bars to clear debris from tracks or remove old rail.
Transported heavy materials such as steel rails and sleepers on flatbed trucks.
Reshaped worn or damaged railroad switch points with portable power grinders.
Monitored traffic flow during peak hours to ensure safe passage of trains.
Attended regular meetings with supervisors to discuss progress reports on tasks assigned.
Inspected parts of tracks to identify areas needing repair or maintenance service.
Loaded supplies onto trucks for delivery to various sites along the railway line.
Installed signal devices such as lights, signals and crossing gates at designated areas along railway lines.
Performed minor repairs on switches and crossings using a range of specialized tools.
Assisted in the installation of new rails and other components along railroad tracks.
Maintained records related to work activities such as number of hours worked per day.
Checked for broken rails by tapping them with a hammer or inspecting them visually.
Measured distances between ties to ensure correct spacing is maintained according to regulations.
Trackman Journey - Crosstown Eglinton Project
RailWorksCrosslinx Transit Solution
Toronto, ON
10.2019 - 11.2021
Verified leveling indicator arms to align tracks.
Operated a variety of hand tools such as shovels, picks, rakes, tampers, hammers, sledges and bars to clear debris from tracks or remove old rail.
Transported heavy materials such as steel rails and sleepers on flatbed trucks.
Reshaped worn or damaged railroad switch points with portable power grinders.
Inspected parts of tracks to identify areas needing repair or maintenance service.
Installed signal devices such as lights, signals and crossing gates at designated areas along railway lines.
Tamped ballast around the ties to provide support for the rails and maintain stability of the track structure.
Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.