Richard A. Gunther

Richard A. Gunther has extensive work experience in the railroad industry. Richard A. began their career at Amtrak in 1987 as a Tower/Block Operator, where they were responsible for coordinating train movement and ensuring safe operations. After working at Conrail as a Tower Operator, Gunther returned to Amtrak in 1997 as a Train Dispatcher/Assistant Chief Train Dispatcher. In this role, they directed and coordinated rail traffic movement and trained new dispatchers. Gunther then transitioned to the role of Manager of Train Operations, where they managed the operations of the Centralized Electrification and Train Control dispatching center. In 2007, they became a Senior Analyst-Operating Practices at Amtrak, responsible for rules analysis, training, and testing. In their most recent role at Amtrak, Gunther served as the Lead Technical Specialist - Training and Compliance, focusing on rules analysis, training, and qualification of employees.

Richard A. Gunther obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Johnson & Wales University, which they attended from 1991 to 1994. In addition to their degree, Gunther also holds several certifications including Passenger Conductor from Amtrak, CSX Rules - Managers Qualification from CSX, General Code of Operating Rules - Instructor from Amtrak, NORAC Operating Rules - Instructor from Amtrak, Roadway Worker Protection from Amtrak, Operation Lifesaver Community Presenter from Conrail, and Metro North Operating Rules - Instructor from Metro-North Railroad. The years and months of obtaining these certifications are not specified.