Field Operations Manager — Rail & Heavy Equipment

Qualdoc; Taneytown (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Training and certification opportuni­t

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Qualdoc in Taneytown, Maryland seeks an experienced Assistant Operations Manager to oversee field activities, support supervisors, and help manage multiple projects. This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety, employee development, and efficient project execution.

The ideal candidate will lead field teams, coordinate equipment and personnel, ensure DOT/FRA compliance, and build strong customer relationships while contributing to budgeting and staffing.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience managing field teams or operational projects.
• Experience in railroad, heavy equipment, construction, or related industry preferred.
• Working knowledge of DOT and FRA regulations.
• CDL Class A or B is preferred but not required.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as cranes, trucks, and excavators.
• Ability to read crane load charts and rigging requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide field supervisors to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to DOT/FRA regulations.
• Coordinate work assignments, monitor project progress, and ensure deadlines, budgets, and customer expectations are met.
• Provide hands-on support to field teams, including coaching, troubleshooting, and responding to emergency service needs.
• Visit job sites regularly to evaluate safety, work quality, and operational performance.
• Maintain effective working relationships with customers, business partners, and regulatory agencies.
• Assist with recruiting, employee training, performance reviews, and team development.

Skills

Field leadership

Operations management

Safety compliance

Customer service

Budgeting

Team coaching

Project coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Scheduling

Heavy equipment

MS Office

Operations software

Tools

MS Office

Operations software

Job description

Qualdoc in Taneytown, Maryland seeks an experienced Assistant Operations Manager to oversee field activities, support supervisors, and help manage multiple projects. This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety, employee development, and efficient project execution.

The ideal candidate will lead field teams, coordinate equipment and personnel, ensure DOT/FRA compliance, and build strong customer relationships while contributing to budgeting and staffing.