Stephen Childers
Granite Falls
Summary
With a proven track record at CSX Transportation, I excel in machinery operation and management, demonstrating a strong work ethic and attention to detail. My leadership ensured zero derailments and maintained impeccable safety records, showcasing my ability to mentor and enhance team performance effectively.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator A
CSX Transportaion
04.2024 - Current
- Run equipment as needed for rail installation on curve patch teams.
Sr. Track Supervisor
CSX Transportaion
07.2020 - 04.2023
- Mentored junior team members in their career progression, providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth.
- Enhanced track safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through regular audits and detailed documentation processes, maintaining a strong safety record for the organization.
- Collaborated with other supervisors to develop comprehensive strategies for long-term track management goals.
- Maintained all track between Erwin TN, and Spartanburg, SC.
- Had zero track caused derailments.
- No FRA reportable or non reportable injuries.
Roadmaster
CSX Transportation
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Overseen all engineering operations for CSX core route between Princeton, IN and Evansville IN.
- Maintained a budget with 11 employees.
- Developed capital plans each year and completed each one.
- Had zero track caused derailments.
- Had zero reportable and non reportable injuries for employees.
Machine Operator A (TKO)
CSX Transportation
04.2015 - 10.2019
- Installed Switch Ties with Tie inserter.
Track Inspector
CSX Transportaion
01.2009 - 04.2015
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations through meticulous documentation of inspection findings.
- Developed strong working relationships with regulatory agencies, ensuring timely resolution of any identified deficiencies during audits or inspections.
Production Foreman
CSX Transportaion
10.2008 - 12.2008
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for professional growth opportunities.
Track Inspector
CSX Transportaion
07.2008 - 10.2008
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations through meticulous documentation of inspection findings.
- Developed strong working relationships with regulatory agencies, ensuring timely resolution of any identified deficiencies during audits or inspections.
Machine Operator A
CSX Transportaion
05.2008 - 07.2008
- Operated a Track Liner during summer months to correct line issues.
Bridge Mechanic
CSX Transportaion
03.2008 - 04.2008
- Helped with the maintenance of bridge tie installation and safety components on railroad bridges.
Track Inspector
CSX Transportation
01.2008 - 03.2008
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations through meticulous documentation of inspection findings.
- Developed strong working relationships with regulatory agencies, ensuring timely resolution of any identified deficiencies during audits or inspections.
- Performed vehicle inspections to check adherence to rules, standards or regulations and issued violations for offenders.
- Evaluated vehicles for damage, assessed functionality and determined roadworthiness.
Welder
CSX Transportaion
10.2007 - 01.2008
- Welded Frogs, Switch points, and engine burns.
- Welded Boutet Style welds.
Track Worker
CSX Transportaion
07.2007 - 10.2007
- Track Laborer on South Charleston MOW section.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
Marshall University
Huntington, WVNo Degree - Business Management
Strayer University
Scott Depot, WVBachelor of Arts - Business Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA06-2027
High School Diploma -
Winfield High School
Winfield, WV05-2023
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Attention to detail
- Machinery operation
- Management Skills
- Track Inspection
Timeline
Machine Operator A
CSX Transportaion
04.2024 - Current
Sr. Track Supervisor
CSX Transportaion
07.2020 - 04.2023
Roadmaster
CSX Transportation
08.2019 - 07.2020
Machine Operator A (TKO)
CSX Transportation
04.2015 - 10.2019
Track Inspector
CSX Transportaion
01.2009 - 04.2015
Production Foreman
CSX Transportaion
10.2008 - 12.2008
Track Inspector
CSX Transportaion
07.2008 - 10.2008
Machine Operator A
CSX Transportaion
05.2008 - 07.2008
Bridge Mechanic
CSX Transportaion
03.2008 - 04.2008
Track Inspector
CSX Transportation
01.2008 - 03.2008
Welder
CSX Transportaion
10.2007 - 01.2008
Track Worker
CSX Transportaion
07.2007 - 10.2007
No Degree - Accounting
Marshall University
No Degree - Business Management
Strayer University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Liberty University
High School Diploma -
Winfield High School
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