Terrell M. Cole
Cypress,CA
Summary
Professional with strong background in rail operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in all tasks. Skilled in time management, route planning, and emergency response. Focused on team collaboration and achieving operational goals, adapting seamlessly to changing conditions. Known for reliability, effective communication, and attention to detail.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Conductor
BNSF Railway
02.2018 - Current
- Performed daily inspections on switches.
- Prepared forms, required reports, switch lists and train orders daily.
- Contributed to on-time performance by swiftly addressing any operational issues or delays.
- Signaled crew members, utilizing hand or flag signals, radio communications and lantern.
- Enhanced safety measures by strictly adhering to railroad regulations and conducting thorough pre-departure inspections.
- Ensured proper documentation was completed for each trip, including incident reports when applicable, maintaining effective record-keeping systems within the organization.
- Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars.
Purchasing Agent
Shimmick Construction Company
01.2016 - 02.2018
- Conducted regular audits of inventory to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Conducted cost analyses to support budget planning and forecasting.
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
Lead Rig Hand
Nabors Well Services
07.2012 - 12.2014
- Provided timely support during well control situations by assisting in the proper functioning of blowout preventers and other safety equipment.
- Supported drilling operations with precise control of drawworks brakes, optimizing drilling speed and accuracy.
- Safeguarded crew members by strictly adhering to safety protocols during all tasks and activities on the rig floor.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow rig hands, fostering a positive work environment that prioritized safety and efficiency.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough inspections of rig components, identifying potential hazards, and implementing corrective actions.
- Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Gardena, CA01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT08.2010
Skills
- Maintaining equipment
- Safety management
- Hazmat procedures
- Critical thinking
- Maintaining facilities
- Maintaining safety
Timeline
Conductor
BNSF Railway
02.2018 - Current
Purchasing Agent
Shimmick Construction Company
01.2016 - 02.2018
Lead Rig Hand
Nabors Well Services
07.2012 - 12.2014
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Utah
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