Rail Operations Leader: Safety, Efficiency & Growth

Patriot Rail Transportation Company LLC; Silver Creek (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) match

Tuition paid

Life & disability

PTO & 11 holidays

Job summary

Patriot Rail oversees daily railroad operations in Silver Creek, MS with a focus on safety, efficiency, and service. You will lead and coach high-performing teams and drive operating performance toward budget goals.

Conductor certification is required; Engineer certification preferred. You will build strong customer and business relationships while ensuring compliance with FRA regulations and company standards, and you will support growth initiatives and capital projects.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Conductor certification

Job description

Patriot Rail oversees daily railroad operations in Silver Creek, MS with a focus on safety, efficiency, and service. You will lead and coach high-performing teams and drive operating performance toward budget goals.

Conductor certification is required; Engineer certification preferred. You will build strong customer and business relationships while ensuring compliance with FRA regulations and company standards, and you will support growth initiatives and capital projects.