Assistant General Manager

Genesee & Wyoming Main Job Board; Exeter (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

401(k) Retirement Plan

On the Job Training

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. seeks an Assistant General Manager to lead railroad operations, driving efficiency, strengthening customer relationships, and supporting strategic business success. You will work with leadership to ensure financial performance and team development across the operation.

This leadership role balances operations, people management and business performance, with ongoing opportunities to impact the community and industry relations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination required, bachelor’s preferred.
• Proven leadership and management experience in railroad ops.
• Strong communication, both verbal and written, with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in safety, operating practices and financial productivity.
• Supervise crews, schedules, personnel, and payroll within budget.
• Develop high-performing teams through hiring, coaching and training.
• Collaborate with General Manager and HR on hiring and employee relations.
• Coach managers and employees on operating practices per regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Railroad supervision

People management

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company / Benefits Overview

Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.

At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
• Life Insurance
• Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• On the Job Training
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

* Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement

Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!

Job Summary

As an Assistant General Manager, you’ll play a key leadership role in overseeing all aspects of railroad operations including driving efficiency, strengthening customer relationships, and supporting the overall success of the business. You’ll partner closely with leadership to ensure operations stay on track financially and strategically while building strong teams and community connections.

This is an ideal role for a well-rounded leader who enjoys balancing operations, people leadership, and business performance.

See our employees in action to learn more at https://www.gwrr.com/careers/.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in managing the safety performance, operating practices, and financial productivity of the operation
• Assume a leadership role in supervising crews, schedules, personnel, and maintaining payroll within the targeted budget
• Build and develop high-performing teams through hiring, coaching, training, and employee development
• Partner with the General Manager and Human Resources on hiring and employee relations following all applicable policies and regulations
• Coach and train both managers and employees in operating practices according to federal regulations and company policies
• Support processes related to annual business plan and analysis of daily/monthly performance of the railroads to determine changes in operations required to stay on plan
• Establish and maintain strong customer relationships ensuring service commitments are met through actively engaging to understand operational needs
• 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
• Respond to and investigate accidents / incidents (derailments, personal injury, etc.), prepare associated reports and provide proper notification
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
• Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Walking long distances on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact in varying environmental conditions
• Able to squat, bend and lift overhead
• Have good balance and coordination
• Must meet vision requirements (including color)

Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of work experience in the railroad industry, with supervisory duties; 7+ years of experience in the railroad industry preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and written with senior management, employees, customers, railroads, regulatory officials and the general public
• Thorough knowledge of FRA regulations and railroad operations, including, but not limited to, transportation, dispatching, marketing, maintenance-of-way, mechanical, and clerical activities
• Effective management and leadership skills
• 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
• Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment

Required Education and Credentials

• Associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of high school diploma / GED and experience; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid Driver’s License

Employment Requirements

• Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
• May be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
• Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history

Relocation

Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.

Pay Rate

100K Depending on experience

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