Fred Robson
Delta,British Columbia
Summary
Seasoned Locomotive Engineer with 20 years of experience. Successful at maintaining clean and organized cars with knowledge of manual and automatic rail switched. Dedicated to following schedules and preventive maintenance. Precise railway conductor and locomotive engineer with 20 years of experience managing rail movement and business operations. Proficient in job-related equipment operations. Well-versed in performing mechanical repairs and maintenance and operating track switches and derails.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Locomotive Engineer
CPKC
05.2003 - Current
- Received starting signals from conductors and used controls such as throttles or air brakes to drive electric, steam or gas turbine-electric locomotives.
- Examined locomotives to verify adequate fuel, sand, water and other supplies before each run.
- Maximized productivity by effectively managing time and resources while on duty, resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Contributed to the development of emergency response plans for various scenarios involving derailments or hazardous materials spills.
- Improved rail safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and adhering to industry regulations.
- Monitored gauges or meters that measured speed, amperage or air pressure in brake lines or main reservoirs.
- Coordinated with yardmasters to ensure the efficient movement of trains within rail yards, optimizing space utilization and minimizing delays.
- Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
- Maneuvered locomotives to transport freight or passengers between stations.
- Interpreted and relayed hand and lantern signals affecting movement of train and controlled speed and clearance distance of cars.
- Conferred with conductors and traffic control center personnel via radio phones to issue and receive information concerning stops, delays and oncoming trains.
- Checked speed and air pressure of locomotive at various points throughout route.
- Inspected locomotives before and after runs.
- Conferred with conductors or traffic control center personnel via radiophones to issue or receive stops, delays or oncoming train information.
- Worked with conductors and assistants to drive locomotives safely.
- Demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement by participating in company-wide safety initiatives and attending regular training sessions.
- Assisted in training new Locomotive Engineers, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal job performance.
- Skillfully operated multiple types of locomotives across diverse terrains, displaying adaptability and flexibility in challenging situations.
Education
Railway Conductor Certificate - Railway Conductor Program
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB05.2003
No Degree - General Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Richmond, BC06.2002
High School Diploma -
Magee Secondary
Vancouver, BC06.2001
Skills
- Railroad Signaling Understanding
- Safety Procedures
- Freight Handling Knowledge
- Regulatory Compliance
- Automatic rail switches
- Federal regulations compliance
- Incident Reports
- Continuous learning mindset
- Safety Monitoring
- Technical understanding
- Emergency Response
- Equipment Inspection Abilities
- Locomotive Troubleshooting
- Train Operation Expertise
- Track Switch Operation
- Train control apparatus tests
- Safety rules and regulations
- Incident Management
- On-board inspections
- Fuel Efficiency Optimization
- Brake examination tests
- Braking System Knowledge
- Brake control operation
- Two-way communication device use
- Communication and Coordination
- Car coupling
- Yard operations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Hold valid CROR rules card in CTC, OCS, and Non Main Track rules as well as Dangerous Goods, CPKC - Recertified for 3 years in Feb 2024
Active in the Western Command Military Vehicle Historical society
I am a member of the Western Command group. I own two vintage jeeps and attend various public and volunteer events throughout the year.
Timeline
Locomotive Engineer
CPKC
05.2003 - Current
Railway Conductor Certificate - Railway Conductor Program
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
No Degree - General Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
High School Diploma -
Magee Secondary
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