Operations Manager - Vehicle Handler

Road & Rail Services; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Disability Coverage

Paid Vacation

Boot Allowance

PPE Provided

Career Growth

Veteran-Friendly

Stable Full-Time

Leadership Development

Job summary

Road & Rail Services in Birmingham, AL is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the Vehicle Handling team at the BNSF facility. This hands-on leader will oversee movement and handling of vehicles in a busy rail terminal environment, partnering with the Terminal Manager to train staff, assign work, and achieve goals.

The role requires supervisory experience, strong safety focus, and excellent organizational skills, with outdoor work in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience required.
• Experience in vehicle processing, automotive logistics, railroad operations, transportation, or industrial environments preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends or additional hours as operational demands require.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, accountability, and employee development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily vehicle handling activities, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Coordinate staffing, employee schedules, assignments, and daily production priorities.
• Lead safety meetings and reinforce company and customer safety expectations.
• Interview applicants, participate in hiring decisions, and oversee new-hire training.
• Monitor employee performance, provide coaching, and address attendance or disciplinary concerns.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, FRA, DOT, and customer requirements.
• Conduct operational inspections, safety observations, and compliance audits.
• Verify employees follow established work instructions, quality standards, and site procedures.
• Communicate operational updates, staffing concerns, and performance results to the Terminal Manager.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, minimize vehicle damage, and reduce operational delays.
• Assist with employee development, performance evaluations, and advancement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and operational records.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Operations Manager – Vehicle Handling

Road & Rail Services

Location: Birmingham, AL (BNSF Facility)
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Schedule: Flexible based on business and operational needs

Take the Lead in Vehicle Handling Operations!

Road & Rail Services is looking for a motivated, safety-focused Operations Manager to lead our Vehicle Handling team at the BNSF facility in Birmingham, Alabama.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced supervisor who enjoys leading employees, coordinating daily operations, and maintaining high standards for safety, productivity, and customer service.

As an Operations Manager, you will oversee the movement and handling of vehicles within a busy rail terminal environment. You will work closely with the Terminal Manager to ensure employees are properly trained, work assignments are completed efficiently, and operational goals are consistently achieved.

We are seeking a hands-on leader who can make decisions, solve problems, and keep the team moving in a fast-paced outdoor industrial environment.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Supervise daily vehicle handling activities, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

Coordinate staffing, employee schedules, assignments, and daily production priorities.

Lead safety meetings and reinforce company and customer safety expectations.

Interview applicants, participate in hiring decisions, and oversee new-hire training.

Monitor employee performance, provide coaching, and address attendance or disciplinary concerns.

Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, FRA, DOT, and customer requirements.

Conduct operational inspections, safety observations, and compliance audits.

Verify employees follow established work instructions, quality standards, and site procedures.

Communicate operational updates, staffing concerns, and performance results to the Terminal Manager.

Identify opportunities to improve productivity, minimize vehicle damage, and reduce operational delays.

Assist with employee development, performance evaluations, and advancement opportunities.

Maintain accurate documentation and operational records.

Qualifications & Requirements

Previous supervisory or management experience required.

Experience in vehicle processing, automotive logistics, railroad operations, transportation, or industrial environments preferred.

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Valid state driver's license required.

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends or additional hours as operational demands require.

Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, accountability, and employee development.

Benefits & Perks

At Road & Rail Services, we recognize the importance of supporting our employees and providing opportunities for long-term career growth.

Our benefits package includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Paid Vacation and holidays

Annual Steel-Toe Boot Allowance

Company-Provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Career Advancement and Internal Promotion Opportunities

Veteran-Friendly Workplace

Stable, Full-Time Employment

Opportunities for Professional Growth and Leadership Development

About Road & Rail Services

Established in 1987, Road & Rail Services has become a trusted provider of railroad, automotive, and logistics services throughout North America. Our teams support vehicle handling, rail terminal operations, equipment maintenance, and transportation services.

Learn more about us at www.roadandrail.com.