Memories are like love letters from the old days, which always make people nostalgic, touching, and inadvertently reminisce and sigh. In this ever-changing world, some memories are like eternal amber, freezing time and making people unforgettable.
In March 2023, I joined the big family of the Ejina operation and maintenance section of the Hohe Company of the China Railway Electrification Bureau Transportation Management Company, and came to the Ejina Banner of the Alxa League from the bustling city, 15 hours of journey, facing the yellow sand and the desolate scene, my brain was in a state of downtime in an instant, and I couldn't help but retreat in the face of the vast and lonely Gobi Desert. I can only say that "when I arrived at Ejina, I just wanted to cry" There is a drought and lack of water here, and it is difficult to drink drinking water that meets the standards, and it is basically bitter alkali water to survive. In less than three days, my body began to have frequent nosebleeds, blood in my stool, inflammation and pain in my throat, and I could not swallow anything I could eat. There is a popular saying on the Internet: I miss your wind blowing to "XXX". Then my family must think about me every day, because the wind in Ejina only blows twice a year, and it blows once for half a year, and it is still a sandstorm.
But Ejina is a magical place, after staying here for a long time, it will take root in this land like a poplar tree, and integrate into this Gobi, and everyone who has just come here will be frightened by the desolation here, and become a "retreat" performer, but after staying for a while, they will never "play" again. It can be said that "I don't want to stay when I come, and I don't want to leave when I stay".
Since joining the company, I have gradually completed the transformation from a novice to a locomotive maintenance worker in the comprehensive application workshop of the maintenance section of the operation and maintenance section of Ejina. At the beginning, I followed my master to learn the basics, operational requirements and operation procedures of machine maintenance work. From understanding the historical evolution and development of locomotives to the modern structure and technical characteristics, every detail reveals the rigor and complexity of locomotive maintenance work. Although this knowledge is abstract and complex, I can feel its importance. Safety is always the top priority of the locomotive maintenance work, and Master tirelessly emphasizes the principle of "safety first" every day, from the daily inspection of the locomotive to the safety operation specifications of fault handling, from the power system, transmission system to the braking system of the locomotive, the working principle, working status and maintenance requirements of each part can not tolerate the slightest sloppiness. "Let the standard become a habit, let the habit meet the standard" is the big slogan printed on the wall of the workshop preparation yard, and it is also the operating principle that Master always keeps me in mind.
In the past year, I have not only learned the basic knowledge and safety specifications of locomotive maintenance work, but also deepened my understanding of the principles of locomotive construction through practical operation. At the same time, in addition to my daily work, I created my own cross talk according to the daily work content and working environment, participated in the theatrical performances of the unit, and went deep into the grassroots frontline, I not only showed my talents, but also established a deep friendship with the workers. During the performance, I was honored to be interviewed by CCTV reporters, which was a very precious experience, a complex experience mixed with multiple emotions such as pride, anticipation, nervousness, and honor. It makes me full of confidence and expectation for our big family and the entire industry.
I am looking forward to the arrival of tomorrow, looking forward to growing and progressing in the big family of railway locomotive, I will continue to learn in-depth knowledge of locomotive maintenance, constantly improve my skill level, and constantly broaden my horizons and ideas. Contribute to the safety and development of railway locomotive maintenance. I believe that in the near future, I will be able to become a good railway operator. (Zhang Baofeng)