Advancing from train conductor to locomotive engineer in just three years, Thadd Collins knows that railroading takes you places. Based in Kansas City, Mo., Thadd is a proud railroader who embraces challenges and seizes new opportunities. He views railroading as a challenging but fulfilling profession, finding a deep sense of pride and purpose in the daily demands of the job. “We’re here to make a difference, to keep the wheels turning no matter what, without ever compromising on safety,” Thadd