Assistant General Manager

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. is seeking a Railroad Operations Manager responsible for directing all aspects of railroad operations, maximizing efficiency and profits, and coordinating with customers, carriers, and regulators.

The role requires leadership of managers and staff, ability to analyze performance, and a strong knowledge of railroad disciplines. Bachelor’s degree preferred; certification like locomotive engineer is a plus; MS Office skills expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of management experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; two years related experience may substitute.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, CFRs, and monthly financial reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; prior sales and marketing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hire and supervise managers and staff; train, assign and direct work, appraise performance, discipline, and resolve problems.
• Submit annual business plan and analyze daily/monthly performance to adjust operations.
• Establish and maintain the railroad’s credibility with customers.
• Engage with community, carriers, suppliers, and governmental entities to foster relations.
• Represent the railroad within industry trade associations.
• Assist with other projects and duties as assigned.

Skills

Management

Operations management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Safety rules

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified Locomotive Engineer

Job description

Job Details

Description

SUMMARY: The person in this position manages all aspects of the operations of the railroad. He or she directs and coordinates activities to obtain efficiency and economy of operations and to maximize profits.

Responsibilities

• Hire and supervise managers and staff; train, assign and direct work, appraise performance, discipline, and resolve problems
• Submit annual business plan and analyze daily/monthly performance of the railroads to determine changes in operations required to stay on plan
• Establish and maintain the railroad’s credibility with its customers
• Establish the railroad within the community it serves, especially relations with connecting carriers; local suppliers; local, state, and federal politicians and governmental agencies; and the business community
• Represent the railroad within industry trade associations
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills And/Or Experience

• Ability to communicate effectively by letter, telephone, and personal interview with senior management, employees, customers, railroads, regulatory officials and the general public
• Thorough knowledge of railroad operations, including, but not limited to, transportation, dispatching, marketing, maintenance-of-way, mechanical, and clerical activities
• Applicants must have a minimum of 1 year of management experience.
• Management and leadership skills commensurate with the size of staff and property
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, the Code of Federal Regulations, and monthly financial reports
• Proficient computer skills and skills in Microsoft Office
• Prior sales and marketing experience preferred

Required Education And/Or Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred; two years of related experience may be substituted for each year of college
• Certified Locomotive Engineer certification preferred

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.