Rail Field Mechanical Supervisor

Norfolk Southern; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern is seeking a B3 Mechanical Supervisor (Car) in Elkhart, IN to lead a mechanical operations shift. You will oversee maintenance and repair of freight cars, locomotives, and related equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience with strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office. Environment includes outdoor work, shift rotations, and on-call duties in a rail maintenance setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in supervisory roles.
• Education: High School Diploma/GED (BS optional).
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line supervision of craft personnel on an assigned shift for mechanical operations.
• Oversee repair and overhaul tasks for diesel locomotives, freight cars, and related equipment; supervise incident response for derailments and other emergencies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MS Excel/Spreadsheets

MS Outlook

MS Powerpoint/Presentations

MS Word/Word Processing

TYES

Job description

Norfolk Southern is seeking a B3 Mechanical Supervisor (Car) in Elkhart, IN to lead a mechanical operations shift. You will oversee maintenance and repair of freight cars, locomotives, and related equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience with strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office. Environment includes outdoor work, shift rotations, and on-call duties in a rail maintenance setting.