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Hamel

Sandy, Utah

Managed railroad fueling and mechanical services in territory servicing Union Pacific, Burlington Northern Santa Fe, Amtrak, and Genesee Wyoming railroads. Led team to annually deliver 25M gallons of fuel and international freight without interruptions. Oversaw 8+ locations, 50+ team members, and 30+ company assets throughout the western US.• Collaborated with business managers and leadership team to analyze financial data and set/maintain annual budget of $6.1M.• Sustained existing… Show more Managed railroad fueling and mechanical services in territory servicing Union Pacific, Burlington Northern Santa Fe, Amtrak, and Genesee Wyoming railroads. Led team to annually deliver 25M gallons of fuel and international freight without interruptions. Oversaw 8+ locations, 50+ team members, and 30+ company assets throughout the western US.• Collaborated with business managers and leadership team to analyze financial data and set/maintain annual budget of $6.1M.• Sustained existing clients and acquired new business, contributing an additional $1.2M in annual revenue. • Directed multiple operations while facilitating 5+ start-ups, acquisitions, and regional reorganizations.• Hired and trained a team of 32 to ensure a high level of service, professionalism, and safety. Show less

Midvale, Utah

Westminster, Colorado

Provided strategic direction to company leadership on SH&E plan for railroad fueling and mechanical services for various locations. Led team of 13 SH&E managers and supervisors to reduce occurrences while improving safety culture of 300+ national team members. Mentored field general managers, supervisors, and commercial drivers in training, hiring, regulatory compliance, occurrence prevention, post-occurrence management, reporting, and investigations. • Selected by VP for SH&E director… Show more Provided strategic direction to company leadership on SH&E plan for railroad fueling and mechanical services for various locations. Led team of 13 SH&E managers and supervisors to reduce occurrences while improving safety culture of 300+ national team members. Mentored field general managers, supervisors, and commercial drivers in training, hiring, regulatory compliance, occurrence prevention, post-occurrence management, reporting, and investigations. • Selected by VP for SH&E director role; charged with improving companywide safety performance.• Implemented process to maintain regulatory compliance in changing environments; applied comprehension of OSHA, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) federal regulations and reporting requirements.• Spearheaded 50% reduction in occurrences in less than 2 years, resulting in a safer workplace, substantial cost savings and soft return of 3.5 million, a 5% reduction in insurance premiums, and an increase in customer confidence. • Developed and implemented training program to meet federal regulations and provide systematic knowledge and tracking platform. Show less

Westminster, Colorado

Served in interim role during manager-level vacancies, transitions, and operation start-ups across 10 regions. Supervised 10 operational support specialists; provided direction, scheduling, and cost control while supporting regional managers and senior leadership. • Ensured proper labor coverage, increasing efficiency and reducing travel expenses by 20%.• Performed special projects at the request of the Vice President.

Westminster, Colorado

Oversaw daily operations of the Savage Track Services division, including all aspects of rail projects, safety, and financial performance. Supervised multiple teams and simultaneous projects of up to $4.5M across the US. • Coordinated bid, plan, annual/daily budgets, schedule, and material procurement for projects. Performed variance reporting to determine project profitability.• Created a safer work environment through the development of a new training program, process changes, and… Show more Oversaw daily operations of the Savage Track Services division, including all aspects of rail projects, safety, and financial performance. Supervised multiple teams and simultaneous projects of up to $4.5M across the US. • Coordinated bid, plan, annual/daily budgets, schedule, and material procurement for projects. Performed variance reporting to determine project profitability.• Created a safer work environment through the development of a new training program, process changes, and reinforcement of safety culture resulting in occurrence-free performance during my leadership.• Analyzed existing practices to identify deficiencies and develop new project planning/tracking system. • Assisted with cultural assimilation of new team members, communicating company expectations and values. Show less