Track Foreman - Belle, WV

Description

• Respond promptly to any accident, incident or emergency call.
• Evaluate and document performance of subordinate team members.
• Inspect, test, maintain, repair, construct and install scales.
• Prepare inspection reports.
• Inspect, load, unload, distribute, pick-up, remove, construct, maintain and repair turnouts.
• Supervises and develops work plans, budgets and capital spending in conjunction with the CE.
• Inspect, dismantle, remove, maintain, repair and paint station facilities.
• Assisting with provision of appropriate estimating reports (projects).
• Obtain and operate under track warrants.
• Scheduling and performance of all track activities.
• Operate, maintain, and repair vehicles and track equipment.
• Assist in training and directing track laborers.
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, repair, paint, renew and replace bridges.
• Inspect for defects, patrol, construct, install, retire, remove, surface, gauge, line and shift track.
• Coordinates work activities with all departments as needed.
• Clean debris from switches.
• Help, mentor, and train track personnel.
• Assisting with the cost estimates and proposals.
• Accurate and timely reporting as required.
• Read gauges, precision measuring instruments, schematics and maintenance manuals 100% of the time
• Required to supervise Track Laborer and Truck Driver/Machine Operator.
• Comply with performance metrics measurements and deadlines.
• Read and accurately interpret company documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and federal and state regulations.
• Identify project risks and opportunities.
• Inspect, remove, maintain, repair, construct, and install right of way, sand and snow fences.
• Inspect, protect, flag, maintain, repair and construct culverts and tunnels.
• Attends meetings and conference calls as required.
• Cut and dispose of vegetation.
• Inspect, unload, load, distribute, pick-up, install cross ties, switch ties, other track material and ballast.
• Read and analyze reports, blueprints, and other technical materials.
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, and repair road crossings.
• Remove snow or other foreign materials from track infrastructure.
• Supervise restoration of track under traffic condition.
• Inspect, unload, distribute, load, pick-up, install, grind, and transpose rail.
• Inspect completed work to insure quality and compliance with established track standards.
• Inspect, construct, install, maintain, clean and paint signs.
• Practice safe work habits and follow company and industry policies, procedures and regulations.

Requirements

• Must possess a comprehensive understanding of track authority.
• Must be able to have a flexible work schedule.
• Must be able to perform duties that require heavy lifting.
• Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
• Must have the ability to recognize problems.
• Must have a broad understanding of railroad operations.
• 1 year supervisory experience in railroad management or the combination of supervisory experience and training in a course in track maintenance.
• Must have the ability to apply concepts of basic math and calculate figures.
• The team member in this job must be able to pass Track Ground School, GCOR Written Test, Roadway Worker Protection Written Test, Fall Protection Written Test, Maintenance of Way Safety Written Test, MSHA/OSHA Training and Certification (if required on site), CWR Written Test, FRA Track Standards Test, Track Foreman Written Test, Track Inspection Written Test, and Manager’s Training.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have familiarity with applicable governmental regulations.
• Communicate professionally and effectively.
• Ability to effectively manage contractors.
• High school education or general education development (GED).
• Must have knowledge of and be able to apply the FRA Track Safety Standards.
• Must have the ability to perform duties without direct supervision.
• Must have the ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Must have experience in operating railroad equipment.
• Experience in capital planning.
• Must have familiarity with employment practices.
• Must have knowledge of and be able apply the Roadway Protection Rules.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must have the ability to write legibly.

Benefits

• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance