Rail Crew Lead

WIN Waste Innovations; Mauk (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading benefits

Multiple and flexible medical plans

Outstanding PTO program

Floating Holidays

Strong 401k program and company match

Tuition reimbursement plan

College loan reimbursement

College scholarship program for depend

Parental Leave Program

Inclusive culture

Employee engagement events

Employee resource groups

Job summary

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a Rail Crew Team Lead to supervise and direct the rail team, ensuring operations comply with safety, compliance, and company policies. You will provide clear direction, coach teammates, and coordinate daily rail activities with the Rail Supervisor.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, incident reporting, and safeguarding a productive, safe work environment while maintaining documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and Microsoft Office.
• 3 years of experience working with rail, landfill, or waste operations.
• Ability to pass Rail Safe training during their first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain switches, rail joints, crossings, derailers, and clearance points.
• Oversee railyard operations and maintain cleanliness.
• Maintain parts storage areas and assist locomotive maintenance.
• Inspect and maintain dust suppression system daily.
• Conduct daily rail car inspections.
• Ensure rail safety communications and rules.
• Complete rail car inventory accurately and timely.
• Communicate with Rail Supervisor and front-line staff.
• Complete required training annually.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Rail safety leadership

Team leadership

Operations supervision

Rail car movement

Safety compliance

Communication

Coaching and mentoring

SOP understanding

Incident reporting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Rail Crew Team Lead is responsible for assisting in the supervision of the rail team, while ensuring operation in accordance with WIN's compliance, safety, and operational policies and procedures. The Rail Crew Team Lead is responsible for providing direction to the rail team to ensure that all rail operations occur in a timely and safe manner, and in compliance with all federal and state regulations. The Rail Crew Team Lead can assist other operators and rail personnel by providing solutions to issues that may arise with daily operations. The Rail Crew Team Lead has the knowledge to spot areas of concern where a team member may not and acting upon that knowledge. This role is dedicated to the success of the team and the company through positive leadership and coaching. The Rail Crew Team Lead reports into the Rail Supervisor and assists with other activities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Facilitates the safe operation of Rail equipment in compliance with the company operating safety policies and procedures.
• Conducts routine Rail equipment and track inspections and preventative maintenance on rail equipment, rail track and components, rail scale operation; maintains accurate records
• Follow the company's reporting policies and be the dedicated "first contact" in the event of an accident or injury in the field
• Ability and knowledge to execute the "Stop Work" and ensure all steps are followed with safety & compliance being a top priority
• Moves and positions Rail Cars using railcar moving equipment
• Has a strong understanding of day-to-day operations and can demonstrate to their peers how/when specific tasks are completed
• Provides positive guidance while coaching other Rail personnel throughout the day
• Follows appropriate standard operating procedures as a guide for operating and maintaining Rail equipment
• Can explain and physically demonstrate the operating procedures to new or less experienced operators with a clear understanding of the Rail safety policies/rules required by the company
• Create and maintain lines of communication between the Rail Supervisor and front-line employees to ensure a clear message is delivered while also notifying the Rail Supervisor/Operations Supervisor of any issues/questions that may arise in the field
• Rail crew lead will be required to complete Rail safe training and Industrial track inspection training annually. (Along with any monthly/yearly training required by WIN Waste Innovations)
• Maintain positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner so that cooperation occurs with customers, clients, vendors, co-workers, and management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Daily Tasks Include

• Maintain switches, rail joints, crossings, derailers, and clearance points
• Oversee railyard - picking litter, walking conditions, cleaning waterways, litter fence
• Maintain parts storage areas
• Assisting with locomotive maintenance
• Inspect and maintain dust suppression system for transfer building daily
• Complete rail car inventory in an accurate and timely manner
• Daily rail car inspections
• Maintain signage in and around the rail yard/transfer building.
• Ensure the tracks are passable for CUOH daily
• Ensure proper switch alignment and clearance before any movement on the tracks.
• Ensure rail safe communications and rules are being followed
• programs such as Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint,

Physical Demands Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Handle tools, equipment, fine motor skills
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb and walk on heights often greater than 4 feet
• Ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations.
• Lift moderate to heavy material 50 lbs. Move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating, wet and muddy areas, and uneven surfaces.
• Operate other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other equipment
• Ability to quickly and effectively respond to unusual conditions or situations
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and Microsoft Office
• 3 years of experience working with rail, landfill, or waste operations
• Ability to pass Rail Safe training during their first 90 days of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s Degree
• Prior leadership experience within the industry

What You'll Enjoy

• Industry leading benefits
• Multiple and flexible medical plans
• Outstanding PTO program
• Floating Holidays
• Strong 401k program and company match
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• College loan reimbursement
• College scholarship program for dependents
• Parental Leave Program
• Inclusive culture
• Employee engagement events
• Employee resource groups

WIN Waste Innovations is a waste management company committed to delivering essential waste management solutions to customers and communities supported by our team of 1,900 employees. We believe in preserving our environment for future generations while providing for today's needs. WIN Waste Innovations is a vertically integrated business with a platform of 50 strategically located collection, transfer, and disposal assets. These include waste-to-energy facilities, transfer stations, ash monofills, landfills, and fleets of rail cars and collection vehicles. We process more than 11 million tons of waste annually, converting 6.7 million tons of waste into clean, renewable energy that powers 340,000 homes. We recycle more than 234,000 tons of plastic, paper, and metals from the waste stream. At WIN Waste Innovations, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.