Operations Manager - PROG

Patriot Rail Company; Silver Creek (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with 50% company match

Training and tuition paid

Life and disability coverage — 100%

Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays

Job summary

Patriot Rail is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead daily railroad operations, drive safety, efficiency, and service while developing teams and elevating performance. You will influence day-to-day activities and shape the future growth of a growing railroad.

This role requires a proven leader with expertise in railroad operations, FRA regulations, and budget management to build strong customer relationships and deliver results across multiple projects and initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of railroad leadership experience.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Budget and financial management experience.
• Conductor certification required; Engineer certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily railroad operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and service.
• Develop and coach high-performing teams.
• Drive operating performance and budget goals.
• Build strong customer and business relationships.
• Ensure compliance with FRA regulations and company standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, asset utilization, and profitability.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and capital improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership

Railroad operations

FRA regulations

Budget management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Conductor certification

Engineer certification

Job description

Take your railroad career to the next level. Lead the operation. Build the team.

You've built your career in railroad operations. Now put that experience to work leading the operation, developing people, and driving performance. As an Operations Manager with Patriot Rail, you'll have the opportunity to influence day-to-day operations while helping shape the future of a growing railroad. It's a role for an experienced leader ready for greater responsibility and the opportunity to keep building a career.

WHY PATRIOT RAIL

At Patriot Rail, experienced leaders are empowered to make decisions, improve operations, and build strong teams. You'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the business, develop people, strengthen customer relationships, and continue growing your career with a company focused on the future of rail.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision coverage starting at $50 monthly for EE only
• 401(k) with 50% company match up to 12%
• Training and tuition paid
• Life and disability coverage — 100% company paid
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead daily railroad operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and service.
• Develop and coach high-performing teams.
• Drive operating performance and budget goals.
• Build strong customer and business relationships.
• Ensure compliance with FRA regulations and company standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, asset utilization, and profitability.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and capital improvement projects.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years of railroad leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of railroad operations and FRA regulations.
• Budget and financial management experience.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Conductor certification required; Engineer certification preferred.

THE PATRIOT WAY

Safety. Integrity. Accountability. Results.

KEEP AMERICA MOVING. BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH PATRIOT RAIL.