Derek Dow
Papillion
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with extensive experience in equipment operation and material handling at Herzog Railroad Services. Proven track record in accident prevention and optimizing workflows, enhancing safety protocols, and training new operators. Strong problem-solving aptitude and commitment to maintaining high operational standards ensure efficient and safe yard management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Yard Switcher
Herzog Railroad Services
09.2024 - 05.2027
- Directed and controlled yard switcher equipment operations to guarantee safe and efficient railcar movement.
- Conducted routine inspections of switching equipment to maintain operational safety standards.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to optimize railcar delivery schedules and minimize delays.
- Operated locomotives with manual and remote control.
- Rode on moving cars by holding onto grab irons and standing on ladder steps.
- Monitored switching operations, providing safe movement of freight cars.
- Managed over 700+ Rail cars
Material Handler
Altec Industries
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring safe handling of materials and equipment.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to support production schedules and minimize downtime.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Completed above a 80% for on time deliveries.
General Contractor
Naumen Counstruction
04.2019 - 08.2023
- Directed and controlled yard switcher equipment operations to guarantee safe and efficient railcar movement.
- Conducted routine inspections of switching equipment to maintain operational safety standards.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to optimize railcar delivery schedules and minimize delays.
- Operated locomotives with manual and remote control.
- Rode on moving cars by holding onto grab irons and standing on ladder steps.
- Monitored switching operations, providing safe movement of freight cars.
- Managed over 700+ Rail cars
Education
High School Diploma -
Savannah High School
Savannah, MOSkills
- Maintaining equipment
- Adaptable scheduling
- Accident prevention
- Hazardous materials handling
- DOT regulations
- First aid and CPR
- Material handling
- Equipment operation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety protocols
- Basic first aid
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
Osha 10
CPR certified
Journeyman Engineer certification
Blood born pathogen training
First aid training
Heavy equipment training
Hazardous Material Handling
Forklift certification
Timeline
Certified Yard Switcher
Herzog Railroad Services
09.2024 - 05.2027
Material Handler
Altec Industries
08.2023 - 03.2024
General Contractor
Naumen Counstruction
04.2019 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Savannah High School