Rail Mechanical Manager: Safety, Lean & Operations Lead

CPKC; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Pension plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Performance incentive program

Job summary

CPKC in Texas is seeking a Manager Mechanical to lead a team dedicated to safe, efficient train service and compliant operations. You will champion safety, oversee maintenance programs, and drive performance across safety, service, productivity, and financial results.

You will liaise with field operations, coordinate with engineering, and ensure timely car repairs while meeting KPI targets. This role requires leadership experience in railway settings and the ability to manage complex issues and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general equivalency
• Valid driver’s license
• Minimum 2 years of working knowledge in railway operations (road, yard, car, mechanical) in a leadership role
• Available to work all types of shifts, including nights, weekends holidays and on call
• Ability to interact efficiently and positively with governmental and stakeholders
• Ability to drill down, understand root cause and resolve complex issues
• Strong self-motivation and ability to make decisions within limits of authority

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and communicate key performance indicators to help teams understand train service operations and their role in achieving success
• Ensure compliance with safety and accident prevention policies, regulations, and principles; lead initiatives to prevent incidents and enforce the local safety plan
• Maintain regular communication with field operations to ensure train services meet internal and external customer expectations
• Build and sustain relationships with local union officials, including oversight of gain-sharing activities where applicable
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing Lean recommendations to enhance productivity and operational effectiveness; champion Lean philosophy and principles
• Ensure timely completion of car repairs, cycle time targets, and achievement of key operational metrics
• Lead mechanical teams during train incidents within jurisdiction, ensuring safe, efficient service restoration with minimal equipment loss or damage; collaborate with Field Operations and Engineering partners

Job description

CPKC in Texas is seeking a Manager Mechanical to lead a team dedicated to safe, efficient train service and compliant operations. You will champion safety, oversee maintenance programs, and drive performance across safety, service, productivity, and financial results.

You will liaise with field operations, coordinate with engineering, and ensure timely car repairs while meeting KPI targets. This role requires leadership experience in railway settings and the ability to manage complex issues and