Nicholas E Diorio

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Nicholas Diorio Fort Lauderdale, Florida • 954 651 0734 • Veteran Locomotive Engineer with 25 years experience working within the railroad industry. Proven track record of ensuring the safe and punctual transportation of goods across diverse routes. Recognized for exceptional situational awareness, quick decision-making, and commitment to adhering to industry regulations and safety standards. WORK EXPERIENCE _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Locomotive Engineer 2000 - 2023 CSX - Jacksonville, FL ● Maintained communication with Trainmasters, Yardmasters, Dispatchers, and Conductors. ● Monitored gauges and meters to measure speed and air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs. ● Closely trained new Engineer-trainees. ● Performed locomotive inspections before and after opertations. ● Complied and enforced company safety and FRA regulations. ● Served as a member of numerous safety committees. Responsible for inspecting customer's track conditions and work environments. Created a dialogue between workforce and railroad. Conductor 1999 - 2000 CSX - Jacksonville, FL ● Conducted train briefings with train master and yard master. ● Managed hazmat documentation for the train. ● Complied with company and FRA regulations. ● Performed manual rail switching, and ensured route alignment. ● Assembled and disassembled train cars, and responsible for coupling and uncoupling train cars. ● Connected air brake systems, and ensured proper brake pressure for safe operation. Brakeman 1998 - 1999 CSX, Jacksonville, FL ● Assisted conductor and closely followed orders and protocol. ● Followed all company and FRA regulations ● Assisted in the coupling and uncoupling of train cars during switching operations, assembling or disassembling trains in rail yards, and for rearranging cars for different routes. EDUCATION ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Moraine Valley Community College, Palos Hills, IL Leo High School, Chicago, IL SKILLS & OTHER ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Train Operation, Yardwork, Safety & Inspections, Rail Switching, Communication, Problem-solving, Emergency Response, Brake Systems, Customer Service, Leadership. CERTIFICATIONS _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________