Chase Hale
About Chase Hale
Chase Hale serves as a Track Supervisor at Kansas City Southern, where he has worked since 2004. He coordinates railroad crossing rebuilds, conducts accident investigations, and ensures compliance with safety standards.
Work at Kansas City Southern
Chase Hale has been employed at Kansas City Southern since 2004, serving as a Track Supervisor for 20 years. In this role, he coordinates with Dispatch and state and local agencies to schedule railroad crossing rebuilds and track shut-downs. He also performs accident investigations to ensure a safe working environment and prevent future incidents. Hale manages the bid process and supervises external contractors to ensure projects are completed efficiently.
Education and Expertise
Chase Hale studied at Johnson County Community College, focusing on Industrial Welding from 2004 to 2005. He completed a one-year program in this field. Prior to that, he attended Montgomery High, where he achieved a Diploma in General Studies from 1994 to 1998. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation for his technical responsibilities in the railroad industry.
Background
Chase Hale has a background in managing railroad operations, with a focus on safety and efficiency. He assists the Roadmaster in planning and meeting budget targets related to overtime, materials, equipment, and contractor costs. His role involves collaboration with various departments, including Transportation and Mechanical, as part of the safety committee.
Achievements
In his capacity as Track Supervisor, Chase Hale oversees the operation of test cars to inspect joint bars and track geometry, detect rail flaws, and manage vegetation control. He ensures compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) safety standards and regularly meets with FRA representatives to discuss track conditions and receive feedback.