Frank Farina
Prescott
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience at Arizona Central Railroad, excelling in safety compliance and machine operation. Experience with operating construction tools and machinery efficiently to support project goals. Adept at problem-solving and effective communication, I have successfully implemented solutions under pressure while maintaining rigorous standards. My experience in teamwork and analytical thinking drives operational efficiency and enhances project outcomes. Familiar with bookkeeping, shipping and receiving, and inventory management. My time as an undergraduate research assistant offered valuable insights with interdisciplinary team communication, data analytics, following rigorous procedures and methods, and sharing findings as they relate to the goals of a larger project.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMOW Operator
Arizona Central Railroad
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Utilized various types of machinery and construction techniques to maintain federal track safety standards.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Responded promptly to operational issues, implementing solutions under pressure.
- Conducted inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored train schedules and communicated updates to crew and dispatchers.
Storekeeper
Arizona Earth and Herbs
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely stock availability.
- Assisted customers by answering questions about merchandise, handling returns, and manning cash register.
- Maintaining receiving, unpacking, and storing incoming shipments.
- Utilized inventory management software for tracking stock movements.
- Ordered goods from various vendors to maintain store merchandise levels.
Research Assistant
Northern Arizona University
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Conducted experiments and collected samples, maintaining rigorous documentation standards.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software to ensure research accuracy.
- Maintained detailed records of experiments, ensuring compliance with research regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with faculty and peers to design experimental protocols enhancing research efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZSkills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Safety compliance
- Machine operation
- Efficient multitasking
- Effective communication
- Hand and power tools
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment maintenance
- Data entry
- Analytical thinking
- Customer service
Certification
- CPR/First Aid
Timeline
EMOW Operator
Arizona Central Railroad
05.2024 - 01.2025
Storekeeper
Arizona Earth and Herbs
05.2021 - 09.2021
Research Assistant
Northern Arizona University
08.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Northern Arizona University