Gerald Woods
Fayetteville
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional seeking to leverage extensive experience in railroad operations and safety compliance as a Flagging Technician, ensuring error-free jobsite protection and effective communication with train dispatchers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician/Machine Operator
Grayhawk Midwest LLC
03.2025 - Current
- Operated and maintained diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot technical issues efficiently.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve workflow processes and enhance service delivery.
- Provided technical support and training to junior technicians, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing equipment downtime and improving operational efficiency.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting regular inspections and safety drills for technical team.
Signal Crewman
Herzog Technologies Inc.
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Ensured work groups were clear of limits during train movements by coordinating radio communications with dispatchers.
- Conducted daily job briefings to ensure all personnel adhered strictly to the safety requirements of the railroad.
- Prepared detailed maintenance reports documenting system anomalies for submission.
Railroad Track Laborer/General Laborer
Loram Maintenance Of Way Inc
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Patrolled track sections ensuring safe conditions for on-track equipment; communicated effectively with engineers regarding track status.
- Adapted schedules efficiently while maintaining high standards of site preparation and rail repair under tight timelines.
- Managed heavy labor tasks including handling tools weighing up to 90 pounds necessary for routine maintenance.
Delivery Driver
Central And Moon Distributors
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Maintained high levels of communication with supervisors about delivery routes and customer feedback.
- Completed deliveries efficiently by choosing optimal routes while adhering strictly to traffic laws and regulations.
- Handled loading/unloading tasks safely following standard operating procedures.
Route Delivery Driver
Premium Brands Of NWA
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Planned efficient delivery rounds ensuring timely distribution consistent with company policies.
- Inspected vehicles pre-and post-trip guaranteeing adherence to safety protocols throughout each route assignment.
Contract Delivery Driver
Crossno Parcel Services
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Maintained positive interactions within busy environments through active listening skills enhancing customer satisfaction rates significantly.
- Coordinated multiple rush orders simultaneously meeting strict deadlines without compromising service quality.
Delivery Driver (Seasonal)
Haas Investments Corp.
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Successfully navigated urban/rural areas completing numerous deliveries per day using GPS technology accurately tracking progress along designated paths.
Driver Warehouse Orders
Distribution International
09.2017 - 06.2020
- Followed relevant traffic laws/safety regulations utilizing navigation tools planning routes staying schedule delivering goods/products customers excellent condition communicating updates confirming locations.
Utility Locate Technician
USIC
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Photographed utility sites marking lines identification excavating personnel working outdoors harsh conditions completing location requirements expected timeframes reviewing maps blueprints identifying underground utilities repairing malfunctioning lines locating equipment problems closely network administrators server engineers deliver quality service planned layouts ran cable buildings walls attics crawl spaces self-motivated strong sense personal responsibility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Huntington High School
Shreveport, LA05.2007
Skills
- Active Listening
- Rail Repair
- Standard Operating Procedures Understanding
- Complex Problem Solving
- Work Site Preparation
- Heavy Labor Handling
- Tools Weighing Up To Ninety Pounds Multiple Times Daily
- Communication With Supervisors Managers
- Assignments Schedules Safety Compliance Training Participation
- Heavy equipment operation
- First aid and CPR
- Railroad safety protocols
- Safety policies and measures
Certification
- Certified Forklift Operator - 8 years
- DOT Medical Card - 2 years
Timeline
Technician/Machine Operator
Grayhawk Midwest LLC
03.2025 - Current
Signal Crewman
Herzog Technologies Inc.
04.2024 - 11.2024
Railroad Track Laborer/General Laborer
Loram Maintenance Of Way Inc
07.2022 - 02.2023
Delivery Driver
Central And Moon Distributors
03.2022 - 05.2022
Route Delivery Driver
Premium Brands Of NWA
06.2021 - 03.2022
Contract Delivery Driver
Crossno Parcel Services
03.2021 - 05.2021
Delivery Driver (Seasonal)
Haas Investments Corp.
11.2020 - 12.2020
Driver Warehouse Orders
Distribution International
09.2017 - 06.2020
Utility Locate Technician
USIC
08.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Huntington High School
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