Lead Signal Foreman – Railroad Signal Systems & Safety

Watco Transp Svc, LLC; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career advancement

Leadership development

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Watco Transp Svc, LLC in Pittsburg, KS, is seeking a Signal Foreman – Peanut Gang to lead a mobile crew in maintenance, installation, and testing of railroad signal and crossing systems. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to procedures while coordinating daily work and resources.

The successful candidate will plan tasks, troubleshoot complex issues, read electrical diagrams, and provide hands-on guidance to crew members.

Qualifications

• Previous railroad signal maintenance experience required; supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret signal plans, wiring diagrams, schematics, blueprints, manuals and instructions.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to use hand tools, power tools, meters and testing equipment.
• Willingness to travel extensively as part of a mobile maintenance crew and work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate the daily activities of the Signal Peanut Gang.
• Plan work assignments and organize crew, tools, equipment, materials, and resources needed to complete assigned work.
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, test, and install railroad signal systems and related equipment.
• Maintain and repair grade crossing warning devices, signal equipment, communication systems, and other related components.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and electronic problems using testing equipment and manuals.
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on assistance to Signal Maintainers and other crew members.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance to ensure signal systems operate safely and reliably.
• Lead the installation, modification, testing, and commissioning of signal equipment and systems.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, wiring diagrams, blueprints, signal plans, manuals, and other technical documents.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with railroad operating rules, signal standards, company procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Conduct and document required inspections, tests, maintenance, repairs, and equipment conditions.
• Identify unsafe conditions, equipment deficiencies, and potential operational issues and take corrective action.
• Ensure crew follows all required safety practices around tracks, trains, and hazards.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, train crews, dispatchers, contractors, customers, and other railroad personnel.
• Coordinate with other departments to minimize disruptions and complete work efficiently.
• Monitor work progress and adjust priorities as conditions change.
• Ensure tools, vehicles, equipment, materials, and work areas are properly maintained and secured.
• Train and develop less-experienced employees on signal maintenance practices and safe work practices.
• Respond to signal and crossing system failures and emergencies, including after-hours work when required.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required reports and documentation.
• Travel extensively as part of a mobile maintenance crew and work at various railroad locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Railroad signaling

Supervisory experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading wiring diagrams

Safety leadership

Tools

Signal testing equipment

Electrical meters

Job description

Watco Transp Svc, LLC in Pittsburg, KS, is seeking a Signal Foreman – Peanut Gang to lead a mobile crew in maintenance, installation, and testing of railroad signal and crossing systems. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to procedures while coordinating daily work and resources.

The successful candidate will plan tasks, troubleshoot complex issues, read electrical diagrams, and provide hands-on guidance to crew members.