Assistant General Manager

Genesee & Wyoming Main; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence and Worcester Railroad Company (PW) is seeking an experienced Field Operations Manager to oversee all aspects of railroad operations from planning to execution. You will direct staff, optimize efficiency, and maximize profits while maintaining regulatory compliance and strong customer relations.

The role demands leadership, strategic planning, and effective communication with regulators, customers, and internal teams to ensure safe and economical operations across the network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; two years of related experience may substitute for each year of college.
• Certified Locomotive Engineer certification preferred.
• Strong communication with senior management, customers and regulators.

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.
• Establish and maintain the railroad’s credibility with its customers and community.
• Represent the railroad within industry trade associations.
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Railroad operations knowledge

Leadership

Regulatory literacy

Microsoft Office

Sales/Marketing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Locomotive Engineer certification

Job description

Providence and Worcester Railroad Company (PW)
Plainfield, CT 06374, USA

• Field Operations Management
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ASSIS009204

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
• 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.

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