Richard Piergrossi

Experience

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  Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)

  Nov 1986 - Feb 2004

  Locomotive Engineer
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  Caltrain

  Feb 2004 - Jan 2005

  Locomotive Engineer

  also from November 2009 to May 2012

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  Amtrak

  Feb 2004 - now

  Locomotive Engineer

  Consistently and safely operates locomotives and trains in compliance with federal regulations and corporate policies. Operates equipment during varying work hours within a 24/7 transportation environment maintaining alertness, situational awareness and vigilance. Thinks and functions independently and utilizes clear and effective verbal communication skills in interaction with fellow crew members and other personnel responsible for safe and efficient train movement. Ability to maintain alertness, awareness and vigilance, as well as clear, effective verbal communication skills in the performance of work. Exemplary work safety record. Show less

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  BART

  Sept 2007 - Sept 2008

  Train Operator

  Monitors console and radio communications to ensure that vehicles are operating within established guidelines. Observes and detects problems with passengers entering and exiting train doors and takes corrective action; observes and detects hazards on the track, in the station or platforms, or on the train itself, reports them to Operations Control Center personnel via radio, and takes necessary corrective action. Makes announcements to passengers regarding station arrivals, transfer points, delays and emergencies and answers passenger questions. In yards, on test tracks, turntables and wash facilities, follows directions from Tower personnel and operates console to move trains as directed. Takes prescribed action such as evacuating passengers, administering first aid, and using a fire extinguisher during emergencies. Reports basic equipment malfunctions of a mechanical or electrical nature to Operations Control Center; works with Foreworkers and technicians to isolate reported problems. Maintains logs of work activities; completes forms to report unusual circumstances and action taken. Uses a variety of communication equipment, including a public address system, twoway radios and emergency telephones. Monitors and learns to apply changes in operating and emergency procedures. Maintains and upgrades knowledge of policies and procedures as required. Show less