Dennis R. Hensley
Hammond,IN
Summary
Driven worker with nearly eight years of experience in various labor-intensive roles, beginning in high school. Experience in railroad operations, industrial transloading, and emergency response, complemented by a strong focus on safety and risk management. Works in high-pressure environments while fostering effective team dynamics and maintaining a steadfast commitment to workplace safety. A proactive approach to challenges ensures consistent delivery of high-quality results in demanding settings. Equipped with a willingness and eagerness to learn new skills and abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT
Whiting Fire Department
09.2024 - Current
- Respond to emergency calls involving fires, medical emergencies or hazardous materials, ensuring rapid and effective interventions.
- Train and communicate with other neighboring cities and dispatchers to provide the best care and services possible.
Mechanical Carman
CSX Railroad
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Inspected, repaired, and maintained freight cars to ensure compliance with FRA regulations and company safety standards.
- Utilized equipment like forklifts and common hand and power tools to aid in repairs. Also made repairs using stick welding to secure grab irons and other appliances.
Steamer/Loader
Wolf Lake Terminal
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Heat railcars to a certain temperature range and transload the product to the necessary location. Approximately anywhere from ten to thirty trucks per day.
- Used radio communication to communicate with coworkers to prevent miscommunication within the work environment.
Remote Control Operator
Gary Railway
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Used a remote-control box to control train movement to conduct switching operations within the industry to provide services.
Certified Conductor
Watco/Cicero Central
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Align switches for proper movement over rail. Able to apply and release handbrakes of railcars safely and properly.
- Control movement around a railyard and spot railcars for loading/unloading areas.
Education
Honors High School Diploma - Core 40 Honors
Whiting High School
Whiting, IN05.2019
Skills
- Forklift experience
- Communication skills
- Common/power tool experience
- Worksite safety awareness
- Safety compliant
- Willing to learn
- Welding experience
- Fire suppression tools operations
Certification
- EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- Firefighter 1 & 2 Certification
- Welding SMAW Horizontal 1/2 (CSX)
- Welding SMAW Vertical-Up 1/2 (CSX)
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT
Whiting Fire Department
09.2024 - Current
Mechanical Carman
CSX Railroad
11.2023 - 09.2024
Steamer/Loader
Wolf Lake Terminal
04.2023 - 11.2023
Remote Control Operator
Gary Railway
09.2022 - 04.2023
Certified Conductor
Watco/Cicero Central
05.2021 - 07.2022
Honors High School Diploma - Core 40 Honors
Whiting High School
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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