Assistant General Manager

Genesee & Wyoming Main; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Main is seeking a senior operations leader to manage all aspects of railroad operations in the Pittsburgh area. The role directs and coordinates activities to drive efficiency, economy, and profitability across the network.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, deep rail operations knowledge, and the ability to engage with customers, suppliers, and regulators to uphold safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• Clear written and verbal communication with senior management, staff, customers and regulators.
• Deep knowledge of railroad operations including transportation, dispatching, marketing, maintenance-of-way, mechanical, and clerical activities.
• Proven management and leadership skills appropriate to staff and property size.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, CFR documents, and monthly financial reports.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Sales and marketing experience is 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 stay on plan.
• Establish and maintain the railroad’s credibility with customers.
• Foster relationships with connecting carriers, local suppliers, and government entities.
• Represent the railroad within industry trade associations.
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Railroad operations

Leadership

Communication

Financial reporting

Microsoft Office

Sales/marketing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Certified Locomotive Engineer certification

Job description

Locations

• 1210 4th Ave, Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad, Inc. (BPRR), 1210 4th Ave, Warren, PA 163650000, USA
• 805 Rikers Rd Riker Yard, Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad, Inc. (BPRR), 805 Rikers Rd, Rikers Yard, Punxsutawney, PA 157670000, USA
• 100 BP Ln, Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad, Inc. (BPRR), 100 BP Ln, Butler, PA 160010000, USA

• Field Operations Management
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ASSIS009210

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.