Mechanical Supervisor

Norfolk Southern Corp.; Enola (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern Corp. is seeking a B3 Mechanical Supervisor at Enola, PA to provide first-line supervision for mechanical operations on a shift. You will oversee craft personnel, coordinate locomotive and car maintenance, and respond to on-track issues and emergencies.

The role emphasizes supervision, safety, and operational effectiveness within a railroad maintenance environment, with career growth into Superintendent positions in mechanical operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of mechanical supervision experience.
• Preferred 1–2 years in a similar role.
• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides the first line supervision of various craft personnel on an assigned shift for mechanical operations.
• Duties may involve overhaul of diesel locomotives and their electrical and mechanical components; manufacture, repair and modification of shop equipment; overhaul, repair and modification of mechanical and electrical systems in cars; inspect, service, and repair freight cars and support equipment.
• Handles line-of-road train problems and repairs as needed, and supervises emergencies such as derailments, crossing accidents, spillage or lading problems.

Skills

Communication Skills

Management Trainee

Craft Position

Education

High School Diploma/GED (BS)

Tools

MS Excel/Spreadsheets

MS Outlook

MS Powerpoint/Presentations

MS Word/Word Processing

TYES

Job description

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Requisition 40379: B3 Mechanical Supervisor - Enola, PA

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Norfolk Southern offers a unique opportunity to be part of our proud legacy that spans nearly 200 years. We are a customer-centric, operations-driven team dedicated to advancing safety, serving communities, and driving innovation for tomorrow's rail. As part of Norfolk Southern, you’ll join a collaborative team where there are opportunities for growth across the organization. We are building a culture where everyone can thrive by owning and driving exceptional results, being humble and leading with trust, serving our customers with excellence, and collaborating and coaching to win.

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Provides the first line supervision of various craft personnel on an assigned shift for mechanical operations.

• Depending on whether the position is located at a freight car or locomotive repair facility, duties may involve overhaul of diesel locomotives and their electrical and mechanical components; manufacture, repair and modification of various shop equipment (including car department tools and dies); overhaul, repair and modification of business car mechanical and electrical systems; and inspect, service, and repair freight cars and maintenance of support equipment as required.
• Handles line-of-road train problems and repairs as needed, and will supervise emergency situations such as derailments, crossing accidents, spillage or lading problems.

Job Related Experience:

Minimum Level: 1-2 years Preferred Level: 1-2 years

Education:

Preferred Level: High School Diploma/GED (BS)

Preferred Majors:

• Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Licenses / Certifications:

Required: None listed Preferred: None listed

Technical Skills:

• MS Excel/Spreadsheets
• MS Outlook
• MS Powerpoint/Presentations
• MS Word/Word Processing
• TYES

Skills and Abilities:

• Communication Skills
• Management Trainee
• Craft Position

Future Jobs:

• Superintendent Mechanical Operations
• Superintendent Locomotive Operations

Work Conditions

Shift Work: Yes

On-Call: Yes

Company Overview

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com .

At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.

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@2023 Norfolk Southern Corp.