Railroad Field Operations Lead – Emergency Response

Qualdoc; Taneytown (MD); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 115 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability, Life & AD&D insurance

Paid Time Off

Résumé du poste

Qualdoc is seeking an Assistant Field Operations Manager to lead railroad field crews and coordinate derailment and rerail projects. The role covers safety oversight, hands-on field support, and cross-site leadership in demanding environments.

The position requires coordinating resources, monitoring costs, and ensuring compliance with DOT and FRA regulations while maintaining strong client and partner communication. Overnight travel applies.

Qualifications

• Experience in railroad, heavy equipment, construction, or related field operations.
• Previous experience leading or supervising field-based teams.
• Working knowledge of DOT and FRA regulations.
• CDL Class A or B preferred.
• Experience operating heavy equipment, including cranes, trucks, and excavators.
• Ability to understand and use crane load charts and rigging requirements.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to coach and influence others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn operational software.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to complete required safety training and certification programs.

Responsabilités

• Support Supervisors and field crews across multiple assignments.
• Coordinate daily work, manpower, equipment, schedules, and project priorities.
• Monitor job progress, productivity, quality, safety, and costs.
• Provide hands-on direction, coaching, and problem-solving in the field.
• Respond to emergency railroad service calls when needed.
• Conduct regular job-site visits to identify safety concerns, operational risks, and quality issues.
• Communicate with customers, field partners, and regulatory personnel.
• Help recruit, train, coach, and evaluate employees.
• Assist with workforce planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Maintain accurate records for payroll, labor hours, equipment usage, and projects.
• Track equipment condition and coordinate necessary maintenance, repairs, or replacement.
• Support customer relationships and participate in industry events and professional activities.
• Ensure field operations comply with DOT and FRA regulations and applicable safety requirements.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Field operations experience

Safety training

Outils

Microsoft Office

Crane load charts

Rigging knowledge

Description du poste

Qualdoc is seeking an Assistant Field Operations Manager to lead railroad field crews and coordinate derailment and rerail projects. The role covers safety oversight, hands-on field support, and cross-site leadership in demanding environments.

The position requires coordinating resources, monitoring costs, and ensuring compliance with DOT and FRA regulations while maintaining strong client and partner communication. Overnight travel applies.