Alec Carrothers
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Experience
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Loup Logistics
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United States
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Truck Transportation
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager II Logistics - Carrier Services
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Jun 2021 - Present
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Union Pacific Railroad
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United States
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Rail Transportation
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700 & Above Employee
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Train Dispatcher Special Projects - CADX
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Sep 2019 - Jun 2021
- Subject matter expert/System administrator for a state of the art dispatching system (CADX) designed to reduce workload and increase efficiency while retrieving real time data to help maximize train performance.Responsibilities Include: - Identify software deficiencies and effectively communicate the individual defects across multiple teams that include software developers, business analyst and operations managers- Exercise knowledge in FRA rules and practices to develop quality assurance tests on CADX software - Collaborate with rules and compliance team to update and realign rules and processes to orient with the capabilities of the software- Develop strong and engaging training material that effectively educates operations managers on the functionality of CADX as well as updates and revisions to current operating practices - Provide detailed instruction to the operations team on how to effectively utilize CADX in their daily practices and answering any questions they might have
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Train Dispatcher
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Jul 2017 - Sep 2019
- Strategize and implement day-to-day operational plans that ensure a safe and fluid transport of freight and passengers in a ever-changing and fast-moving environment - Multi-faceted coordination between train management and engineering teams to safely direct train traffic and track maintenance projects- Qualified on 4 separate positions that range from 250 - 450 miles of track each. Territory stems from Kansas City, MO all the way to Chicago, IL - Compile accurate data for train movements, bulletins and authorities - Demonstrate strong computer skills when working with CAD 2.5 train operating software
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Jet Linx
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United States
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Airlines and Aviation
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200 - 300 Employee
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Flight Coordinator
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Jan 2017 - Jul 2017
- Performed operational control which included: aircraft assignments, weather monitoring, delay notification, NOTAMS, and flight release check list and risk assessment- Negotiated fuel discounts with FBO’s and contract fuel vendors- Demonstrated effective communication skills by acting as primary liaison between flight crew and all other departments for flight assignments, flight planning, and flight following- Demonstrated strategic planning by working with crews to plan efficient technical stops, customs clearances and aircraft logistics (de-icing, hangar rentals, fuel stops)
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Education
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University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics