Craft Superintendent

RailWorks; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RailWorks is seeking a Craft Superintendent to plan, supervise, and coordinate track construction, inspection, maintenance, and repair activities. The role emphasizes safe, cost-effective, high-quality performance and strong leadership over field crews.

Responsibilities include managing schedules, enforcing safety standards, and ensuring compliance with FTSS/FRWS guidelines while coordinating with project teams to meet goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of track construction, maintenance and repair including at least 4 years supervising and/or directing the work of others.
• Knowledge of Federal Track Safety Standards (FTSS) and Federal Roadway Worker Safety (FRWS) and the ability to be qualified for Part 213.7 of FTSS.
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures required to carry out large scale track construction and maintenance, structures maintenance, and to monitor system-wide inspections.
• Knowledge of railroad rules, regulations, and procedures and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Ability to diagnose and correct difficult construction, maintenance, and safety problems.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend new procedures to upgrade and refine existing programs.
• Experience supervising staff and the ability to clearly communicate instructions to staff.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises track construction and maintenance activities to ensure safety, cost efficiency, and quality.
• Manages inspection schedules, preventive maintenance, and repair programs for track systems and equipment.
• Implements policies and procedures for track and structures maintenance and inspections.
• Evaluates crew performance, adherence to work plans, budgets, quality, and safety to meet project objectives.
• Investigates and resolves track failures and safety issues with timely corrective actions.
• Recommends improvements in work methods to address maintenance deficiencies.
• Directs track workers according to plans and priorities; supervises staff.

Skills

FTSS knowledge

FRWS knowledge

Communication skills

Staff supervision

Construction supervision

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job ID: 20201

Benefits Offering

RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Compensation

Pay range: $32-38/hour, depending on experience

Position Summary

The Craft Superintendent plans, supervises, and coordinates track construction, inspection, maintenance, and repair activities.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Plans, monitors, and coordinates construction/maintenance activities ensuring safe, cost effective, and high-quality performance
• Manages and implements inspection schedules, preventive maintenance and repair programs for track systems and equipment to ensure their safe and efficient operation
• Assists in the initiation and implementation of appropriate policies and procedures associated with track and structures maintenance and inspection
• Evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of track inspection and maintenance crews, including adherence to work plans and budgets, performance, quality, and safety, to ensure that project objectives are achieved
• Investigates and diagnoses track failures, difficult maintenance problems, and critical safety issues, and renders corrective actions in a timely manner
• Recommends improvement in work methods and techniques to correct maintenance deficiencies
• Assigns, directs, and supervises work performed by track workers in accordance with work plans and established priorities
• Makes recommendations regarding the establishment of policies and procedures for programs affecting safety and operational effectiveness
• Enforces company policy and local, state and federally mandated regulations
• Conducts safety audits and safety meetings
• Ensures safe and economical use of labor, materials, and equipment
• Provides technical support to track workers
• Prepares and presents verbal and written reports and recommendations to project team.
• Trains and supervises staff

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of 6 years of track construction, maintenance and repair including at least 4 years supervising and/or directing the work of others engaged in such activities
• Knowledge of Federal Track Safety Standards (FTSS) and Federal Roadway Worker Safety (FRWS) and the ability to be qualified for Part 213.7 of FTSS
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures required to carry out large scale track construction and maintenance, structures maintenance, and to monitor system-wide inspections
• Knowledge of railroad rules, regulations, and procedures and regulatory agency guidelines
• Ability to diagnose and correct difficult construction, maintenance, and safety problems
• Ability to evaluate and recommend new procedures to upgrade and refine existing programs
• Experience supervising staff and the ability to clearly communicate instructions to staff
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works outdoors at construction site
• Works around moving machines, vehicles, and equipment
• Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction
• May lift/carry and push/pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• May climb poles, ladders, and large structures
• Occasionally works at heights of 20 feet or more above the ground
• May occasionally work in confined spaces
• Exposed to harsh weather conditions including extremely hot and extremely cold weather
• Exposed to loud noise

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.