Rail Track Maintenance Supervisor

Patriot Rail Company; Valliant (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Rail Company is seeking a seasoned Track Foreman to oversee maintenance gangs and track inspections in our growing network. You will lead crews, enforce safety standards, and coordinate with transportation and mechanical teams to keep service reliable.

The role requires strong leadership, adherence to FRA CFR 213, RWP qualifications, and the ability to manage budgets and respond to incidents with quick, practical decisions. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; valid driver’s license.
• At least 5 years combined experience as a Track Foreman supervising maintenance gangs.
• RWP Qualified; FRA CFR 213 Qualified; SRTH Operating Rules tests; CWR trained and qualified.
• Able to pass safety, physical, and travel requirements (up to 25%).
• Able to read safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the activities of track gangs, track inspectors, and hyrail operations.
• Manage engineering operations with compliance to safe work procedures, FRA guidelines, and PatriotRail policies.
• Inspect track in the absence of the Track Inspector.
• Lead people with clear direction and provide coaching and guidance through regular performance monitoring.
• Apply PatriotRail policies, manage and coach employees, conduct investigations and recommend corrective action.
• Manage budgets and workforce productivity within policy.
• Communicate track conditions, daily production, and information to senior management for adjustments.
• Participate in derailments and disruptions with transportation and mechanical supervisors to determine cause and prevention.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Lead people with clear direction

Verbal comprehension

Communication skills

Reasoning skills

Functional/ Technical Skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Track maintenance tools

Hydraulic equipment

Rail saws

Job description

Patriot Rail Company is seeking a seasoned Track Foreman to oversee maintenance gangs and track inspections in our growing network. You will lead crews, enforce safety standards, and coordinate with transportation and mechanical teams to keep service reliable.

The role requires strong leadership, adherence to FRA CFR 213, RWP qualifications, and the ability to manage budgets and respond to incidents with quick, practical decisions. Travel up to 25% may be required.