Railroad Maintenance Shift Lead

Cleveland-Cliffs; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Shift Manager Maintenance in the Railroad Department at the Cleveland Works facility. You will direct and coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities for locomotives, railcars, track equipment, and related assets to ensure safe and reliable rail operations.

You will lead maintenance personnel, drive continuous improvement, and partner with Railroad Operations to maximize asset availability while complying with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of maintenance experience in heavy industrial, railroad, transportation, or military environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance practices.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment, including stairs, ladders, uneven surfaces, and outdoor conditions.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, leadership, coaching, and development of maintenance staff.
• Manage inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of railroad equipment.
• Ensure assets are maintained in a safe, reliable, and cost-effective manner.
• Develop and execute maintenance strategies to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Schedule and prioritize activities to meet operational requirements with available resources.
• Coordinate maintenance with Railroad Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, Safety, contractors, and other departments.
• Enforce safety policies and compliance with railroad regulations.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Shift Manager Maintenance in the Railroad Department at the Cleveland Works facility. You will direct and coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities for locomotives, railcars, track equipment, and related assets to ensure safe and reliable rail operations.

You will lead maintenance personnel, drive continuous improvement, and partner with Railroad Operations to maximize asset availability while complying with safety standards and regulatory requirements.