Ron has 25 years of railroad experience. He began his railroad career in 2000 with TGS/Econo-Rail as brakeman/conductor. In 2002, he began work for the Sabine River & Northern R.R. as a conductor. He spent 4 years as a conductor before moving into the Maintenance of Way department where he was awarded the position of MOW foreman/ track inspector. In 2010, Ron assumed the role of Maintenance Superintendent, a role he currently retains. As such, he is responsible for all non-train operation areas of the railroad including locomotive maintenance and repair, bridge program, track structures, fleet maintenance and project management. 

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Ron is certified in CFR 49, Part 213 Track Standards and is also a certified Conductor and Engineer (DSLE).