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Jordan Quackenbush

Sarnia,Canada

Summary

Knowledgeable Conductor/Locomotive Engineer with 6 years of experience managing rail movement and business operations. Proficient in job-related equipment operations. Well-versed in operating track switches and derails in yard, industrial and main line settings. Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting mechanical issues and collaborating effectively with crew members to achieve on-time industry switches and spotting.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Locomotive Engineer

Canadian National Railway
02.2025 - Current
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment readiness and compliance.
  • Operated locomotives following strict safety protocols and operational guidelines.
  • Implemented emergency response procedures during unexpected situations effectively.
  • Operated locomotives to transport freight and other materials.
  • Skillfully operated multiple types of locomotives across diverse terrains, displaying adaptability and flexibility in challenging situations.

Freight Conductor

Canadian National Railway
05.2019 - Current
  • Coordinated train movements to ensure timely transport and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Identified potential risks during daily operations, taking proactive measures to mitigate hazards and maintain safety standards.
  • Facilitated the safe transportation and spotting of rail cars to a variety of industries across the network.
  • Kept records of contents and destination of each train car and made arrangements to add or remove cars at proper points on routes.
  • Switched freight cars through Sarnia yard terminal, organizing tracks and building trains for main line service.
  • Operated effectively for extended shifts up to 12 hours in a wide variety of extreme outdoor working conditions.


Combat Engineer

Canadian Armed Forces
08.2015 - 05.2019
  • Led construction and demolition operations to enhance mobility in various terrains.
  • Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
  • Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
  • Assured mission success with accurate reconnaissance reports on enemy positions, terrain features, and obstacles.
  • Constructed durable bridges, roads, and field fortifications to facilitate troop movements and logistics support.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Patrick's Secondary School
Sarnia, ON
06-2015

Skills

  • Train control systems
  • Yard and industrial switching operations
  • Locomotive inspections and troubleshooting
  • Air brake testing
  • Inspection and safety compliance
  • Communication and coordination

Certification

  • Certified Locomotive Engineer
  • CROR Qualified
  • First Aid/AED
  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certified

Timeline

Locomotive Engineer

Canadian National Railway
02.2025 - Current

Freight Conductor

Canadian National Railway
05.2019 - Current

Combat Engineer

Canadian Armed Forces
08.2015 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

St. Patrick's Secondary School

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