Railroad Field Operations Assistant Manager

Lever, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off and holidays

Training and certification

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Lever, Inc. is seeking an experienced Railroad Field Operations Assistant Manager in Allentown, PA to lead field operations including emergency response, derailment recovery, and track maintenance.

This on-site leadership role involves coordinating crews, equipment, schedules, and customer requirements while upholding safety and productivity standards. The role requires experience supervising field personnel, knowledge of DOT/FRA regulations, and the ability to supervise operations around heavy

Qualifications

• Experience leading field operations teams in rail or related industries.
• Strong communication and coaching abilities for diverse crews.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate multiple field assignments.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Supervisors with planning and managing multiple field assignments.
• Coordinate crews, manpower, equipment, schedules, and changing project priorities.
• Track project progress, labor, costs, schedules, and customer requirements.
• Provide hands-on support and direction during field operations and emergency response.
• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate safety, quality, productivity, and risk.
• Communicate with customers, field partners, and regulatory agencies.
• Train, coach, and mentor employees.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and performance management.
• Support workforce planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Review payroll, labor hours, equipment utilization, and project documentation.
• Monitor equipment condition and coordinate maintenance or replacement.
• Assist customer relationship development and industry events.
• Identify operational challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Ensure field activities follow DOT, FRA, and company safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Scheduling

Safety Management

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Railroad Field Operations Assistant Manager

Locations: Candor, NC | Allentown, PA
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $100,000/year — higher salary available depending on experience
CDL: Not required

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to help lead field operations involving railroad emergency response, derailment recovery, specialty lifting, railcar repair, and track maintenance.

This is an active leadership role requiring regular interaction with field crews, Supervisors, railroad customers, partners, and regulatory agencies. The successful candidate will help coordinate people and equipment, address operational challenges, and maintain safety, quality, and productivity standards.

What You'll Do

• Assist Supervisors with planning and managing multiple field assignments.
• Coordinate crews, manpower, equipment, schedules, and changing project priorities.
• Track project progress, labor, costs, schedules, and customer requirements.
• Provide hands-on support and direction during field operations and emergency response.
• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate safety, quality, productivity, and potential operational risks.
• Communicate directly with railroad customers, field partners, and regulatory agencies.
• Train, coach, and mentor employees.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and performance management activities.
• Support workforce planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Review payroll, labor hours, equipment utilization, and project documentation for accuracy.
• Monitor equipment condition and coordinate maintenance, repairs, or replacement as needed.
• Assist with customer relationship development and industry events.
• Identify operational challenges and help develop practical solutions.
• Ensure field activities follow applicable DOT, FRA, and company safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in railroad, heavy equipment, construction, or related field operations preferred.
• Previous experience supervising or managing field personnel.
• Working knowledge of DOT and FRA regulations.
• Experience working around or operating heavy equipment, including cranes, trucks, and excavators.
• Ability to interpret crane load charts and understand rigging requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning operational software.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Class A or Class B CDL preferred, but not required.
• Ability to complete required safety training and certification programs.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Frequent overnight travel required.
• Must be available for on-call assignments and able to report within 1 hour when required.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Extended work schedules, including weekends and holidays, may be required based on operational needs.
• Active field position involving walking through railroad work areas and other physically demanding environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Training and certification opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities