Bobby Craven
Paoli
Summary
Energetic professional with several years of experience in industry. Punctual employee dedicated to following safety procedures and protocols to avoid mishaps. Considered valuable and hardworking employee by supervisors and peers.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Railcar Painter / Blaster
Eagle Railcar Services
12.2024 - Current
- Prepared railcar surfaces by abrasive blasting, sanding, and removing rust and existing coatings to meet AAR, NACE, and SSPC standards.
- Mixed and applied industrial primers and coatings using airless spray equipment while ensuring proper film thickness and finish quality.
- Performed quality inspections, corrected coating defects, and conducted testing to verify compliance with customer and industry specifications.
- Maintained spray equipment and tools to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production.
- Followed OSHA, environmental, and company safety procedures, including proper PPE use and hazardous material handling.
- Completed inspection reports, production documentation, and work orders with accuracy.
USPS (United States Postal Service)
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered mail, packages, and accountable items safely and accurately along assigned rural routes while consistently meeting USPS delivery schedules.
- Sorted, organized, and loaded mail in delivery sequence to maximize route efficiency and ensure accurate tracking through barcode scanning.
- Collected outgoing mail, processed certified, registered, insured, and C.O.D. mail, and maintained accurate delivery documentation.
- Provided exceptional customer service by assisting customers with postal products, money orders, change-of-address requests, and general postal information.
- Operated independently while maintaining the security and integrity of mail in all weather and road conditions.
- Safely handled and transported parcels weighing up to 70 pounds while following USPS safety procedures and operational standards.
- Maintained accurate daily records, completed route documentation, and ensured compliance with USPS policies and regulations.
Team Leader
Eagle Railcar
Washington, IN
05.2020 - 10.2022
- Enhanced functionality and aesthetics of train car handles through fabrication.
- Demonstrated expertise in valve maintenance through efficient dismantling, cleaning, and reconstruction on train cars.
- Operated overhead and mobile cranes for pressure plate removal and gasket replacement tasks.
- Executed tasks involving the use of heavy machinery to effectively transfer pressure heads within different sections of the rail yard.
- Ensured absence of leaks in train cars through regular performance of bubble leak inspections.
Labor
Masterbrand Cabinets
Ferdinand, IN
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Operated a variety of hand and power tools as needed.
- Constructed kitchen cabinets efficiently and on schedule.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
Laborer
Rail Works Track Systems
Vincennes, Indiana
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Constructed and maintained railroads.
- Conducted railroad track inspection utilizing both large-scale and handheld equipment.
- Installed insulation into walls using blow guns or similar tools while adhering to safety guidelines.
Laborer
Eagle Railcar Services
Washington, IN
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Performed industrial cleaning on railcars.
- Executed sandblasting procedures on train cars.
- Conducted operations using switch engines to maneuver railcars in the yard.
Manager
max vapor
Vincennes, IN
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Streamlined online ordering process.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.
Labor
Futaba of Indiana
Vincennes, Indiana
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Inspected tools and equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Operated a variety of hand and power tools as needed.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and protocols.
Supervisor
Toms Moving Service
Washington, IN
03.2012 - 04.2015
- Assisted customers with loading and unloading furniture from trucks into homes or businesses.
- Ensured all items were properly labeled for identification purposes during the move process.
- Inspected customer's premises before beginning the move to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Reassembled furniture at destination upon request by customer using tools provided by company.
Education
High School Diploma -
Work One Placement Test
Vincennes, INSkills
- Client Service
- Complaint resolution
- Documentation And Reporting
- Quality Improvement
- Team Supervision
- Team Leading
- Safety
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership
- Stick Welding
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
Member, Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 773
Certification
OSHA Hazard Recognition Training for the Construction Industry
Timeline
Railcar Painter / Blaster
Eagle Railcar Services
12.2024 - Current
USPS (United States Postal Service)
05.2024 - 12.2024
Team Leader
Eagle Railcar
05.2020 - 10.2022
Labor
Masterbrand Cabinets
01.2020 - 05.2020
Laborer
Rail Works Track Systems
07.2018 - 01.2020
Laborer
Eagle Railcar Services
01.2018 - 07.2018
Manager
max vapor
08.2016 - 01.2018
Labor
Futaba of Indiana
04.2015 - 08.2016
Supervisor
Toms Moving Service
03.2012 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
Work One Placement Test