COLIN MCCARTHY
OAK FOREST
Summary
Seasoned Conductor with over a decade at Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad, showcasing unparalleled problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Excelled in technical troubleshooting and team collaboration, successfully negotiating contracts and enhancing operational efficiency. Proven track record in financial management and member representation within the Sheet Metal Air Rail & Transportation Union.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LOCAL CHAIRPERSON
Sheet Metal Air Rail & Transportation Union
01.2016 - Current
- Ensuring the railroad does not breach Local and International agreements
- Representing members on disciplinary cases
- Writing of grievances and appeals for members
- Provided support to individual members of the Local
- Negotiated and approved contracts with railroad
SECRETARY & TREASURER
Sheet Metal Air Rail & Transportation Union
01.2011 - Current
- Maintenance and budgeting of the Unions financial records
- Maintenance of Local members dues
- Attending and recording the minutes during the Union's monthly meetings
- Ensuring all Local members are current with Federal Regulation rule changes
- Maintaining clear communication between the Local and the International Union President and Vice-Presidents
- Drafted, proofread, and edited confidential correspondence and documents
CONDUCTOR
Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad
09.2010 - Current
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers via radio transmissions regarding delays, arrivals and departures, and other pertinent information related to the train's operation
- Delivery of customer rail cars
- Strictly followed federal regulations regarding hazardous materials transportation on board the train
- Performed inspections of cars for confirming safe working conditions
- Engaged in switching tracks, coupling, and uncoupling cars and routing inbound and outbound traffic
HANDYMAN
McCarthy Handyman Services
06.2008 - Current
- Installed drywall, tiled floors and walls, laminate flooring, cabinets, countertops and trim
- Remodeled kitchens and bathrooms
- Installed lighting fixtures such as ceiling fans, recessed lights and chandeliers
- Completed quality painting, drywall repair, and tile work
- Performed carpentry work such as framing walls, hanging doors and installing windows
- Installation and finishing of drywall
Hydrographic Engineer
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
08.2005 - 05.2008
- Head Survey Engineer on beach restoration projects and channel deepening projets.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements.
- Developed positive working relationships with the Army Corp. of Engineers to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
St. Laurence High School
Burbank, IL05.2003
Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Technical troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Time management
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA Certified
Timeline
LOCAL CHAIRPERSON
Sheet Metal Air Rail & Transportation Union
01.2016 - Current
SECRETARY & TREASURER
Sheet Metal Air Rail & Transportation Union
01.2011 - Current
CONDUCTOR
Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad
09.2010 - Current
HANDYMAN
McCarthy Handyman Services
06.2008 - Current
Hydrographic Engineer
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
08.2005 - 05.2008
- CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA Certified
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
St. Laurence High School
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