Rail Operations Supervisor: Train & Switching Leader

Watco; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid on-the-job training

Leadership development programs

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Watco seeks a dedicated supervisor to coordinate train crews across switching operations in rail yards and industrial sites. You will ensure safe, efficient car switching, loading, and unloading, while coordinating with customers and crews daily.

The role requires passing required certifications and adhering to FRA regulations, with opportunities for paid on-the-job training and career advancement within Watco’s development programs.

Qualifications

• Must pass and/or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position.
• Must hold and continue to hold a locomotive engineers and conductor’s certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates train crews.
• Communicates switching orders to train crews focusing on safety and efficiency.
• Utilize various systems and reports to organize and communicate customer changes to cars.
• Ensure daily train lists are executed accurately and timely by train crews.
• Investigate and provide accurate reports for any incidents or accidents.
• Understand locomotive requirements based on horsepower and trailing tons and control efficiency of fuel costs.
• Knowledgeable of FRA regulations for railroad industry.
• Ability to comprehend written safety rules, procedures and safety manuals, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions and other work-related information.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
• Able to adapt to constant changing environment and utilize common sense and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to train switch crews and other personnel on job-related duties; and provide training related to federal and company regulations, rules, and safety guidelines.
• Performs other duties as requested or required.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Railroad operations

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Watco seeks a dedicated supervisor to coordinate train crews across switching operations in rail yards and industrial sites. You will ensure safe, efficient car switching, loading, and unloading, while coordinating with customers and crews daily.

The role requires passing required certifications and adhering to FRA regulations, with opportunities for paid on-the-job training and career advancement within Watco’s development programs.