Rail Yard Operations Supervisor

Fort Smith Railroad; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Smith Railroad seeks a seasoned supervisor to oversee train crews in Fort Smith, AR. You will coordinate switching, issue instructions, and ensure accurate reporting of crew work and operations.

You’ll read locomotive event data, manage car movements, and maintain safety and efficiency within your territory. The role requires a locomotive engineers and conductor certification, strong leadership, and proven ability to train yard personnel on federal regulations and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must understand federal railroad regulations and safety rules.
• Ability to read safety manuals, memos and procedures.
• Capable of training yard personnel and switch crews.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates train crew activities.
• Notifies and directs switching operations and car movements.
• Manages reporting, hours and productivity within territory.
• Investigates accidents and incidents with remedial action.
• Ensures compliance with safety and operating rules.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Decision making

Training others

Emergency response

Education

Locomotive engineers and conductor certification

Tools

Locomotive event recorder

Job description

Fort Smith Railroad seeks a seasoned supervisor to oversee train crews in Fort Smith, AR. You will coordinate switching, issue instructions, and ensure accurate reporting of crew work and operations.

You’ll read locomotive event data, manage car movements, and maintain safety and efficiency within your territory. The role requires a locomotive engineers and conductor certification, strong leadership, and proven ability to train yard personnel on federal regulations and safety guidelines.