James Urban

Experience

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  Pan Am Railways

  Jan 2009 - Jul 2015

  Train Dispatcher, Assistant Superintendent of Transportation Services

  Responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trains and track carsManage up to 21 employees including hiring, training, scheduling, reviews and promotionsIssue billing statements up to $250,000 weeklyUtilize Form D control system in accordance with NORAC rulesMonitor track conditions and rail safety in conjunction with train crew and safety personnel Work under standard guidelines set forth by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Record all train and track car movement including EOT devices, radios and rail-based MOW equipment Manage the disposition of the rail fleet throughout the Northeast RegionConduct weekly transit studies leading to improved railcar efficiency Show less

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  Keolis Commuter Services

  Jul 2015 - Mar 2020

  Transportation Manager/Dispatcher/Conductor

  Responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trains and track carsMonitor and ensure compliance with NORAC rules and company policiesNORAC, Hazmat and EPREP qualifiedQualified on the physical characteristics of the north side operationsMaintain equipment cycle in conjunction with mechanical departmentManage T&E employees to assure on time performance standards Trouble shoot mechanical/operational issues to insure highest level of serviceResponse to emergencies such as trespasser strikes or mechanical failures Provide customer service at North Station Assist in finding alternative transportation during service disruptions or emergencies Show less

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  Mid-States Packaging

  Mar 2020 - Mar 2021

  Plant Manager

  Supervised a 150,00 square foot warehouse including a state-of-the-art packaging line Accountable for basic HR related issues including recruiting and terminating employees Preserve and generate the company budgetFormed and implemented safety protocols for Mid-States in its entirety Directly trained employees on rail yard safety and operation Maintain inventory and order supplies to facilitate seamless operation of packaging line

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  Greenville County Schools

  Mar 2021 - Jun 2023

  Plant Engineer

  Supervise Building Service staff Manage Payroll and time recorders Develop training procedures and safety protocol to ensure employee compliance Work within established budget to procure all necessary equipment and supplies

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  Shipping By Rail

  May 2023 - now

  Vice President of Shipping By Rail