Joshua Rillo
Langley,BC
Summary
Dynamic Rail Car Technician with a strong work ethic and safety awareness, honed at Via Rail Canada. Expert in performing critical maintenance and repairs, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering teamwork. Proven ability to adapt to new challenges while ensuring compliance with safety standards and delivering consistent results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rail Car Technician
Via Rail Canada
05.2024 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance, repairs and inspections on rail cars, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and Via Rail standards.
- Conducted brake test, wheel inspections, and other safety-critical task to ensure rail cars were safe for operations.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Increased shop efficiency with proper organization and prioritization of daily tasks and responsibilities.
Rail Car Technician
Canadian National Railway
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained safety standards by performing regular maintenance checks on braking systems, couplers, and other essential components.
- Enhanced operational efficiency with timely repairs and replacements of defective parts.
- Conducted weld repairs on structural components to ensure the longevity of rail car frames.
- Contributed to a safer working environment by adhering strictly to safety protocols and guidelines during all tasks performed.
Track Maintenance
Canadian Pacific Kansas City
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Collaborated closely with track maintenance crews to facilitate necessary repairs that ensured safe passage for trains.
- Operated heavy machinery for various track maintenance tasks, ensuring proper handling and adherence to safety regulations.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
Education
Certificate - Automotive Technician Foundation
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC11-2021
Certificate - Welding Foundations Level C
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC02-2017
Skills
- Ability to adjust to a new challenges and environments
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with team members
- Highly organized with attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
- Safety awareness
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Rail Car Technician, Via Rail - Present
Timeline
Rail Car Technician
Via Rail Canada
05.2024 - Current
Rail Car Technician
Canadian National Railway
08.2023 - 03.2024
Track Maintenance
Canadian Pacific Kansas City
03.2019 - 08.2023
Certificate - Automotive Technician Foundation
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Certificate - Welding Foundations Level C
British Columbia Institute of Technology
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