Railroad Operations Manager & Budget Leader

Watco; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forbes recognition

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Watco University

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Watco seeks an Assistant General Manager to help develop operating budgets, monitor financial performance, and drive revenue growth across railroad operations. You will support a high-performing management team, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor leaders to sustain safety and efficiency.

Relevant candidates will have 5+ years in railroad operations, strong budget skills, and a track record of developing teams, improving service, and coordinating with customers and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma required.
• Minimum 5 years of job-related experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assists in leading and managing all departments within railroad operation.
• Assist in establishing and adhering to operating budgets and goals.
• Develop and review procedures to ensure safety, profitability, and efficiency.
• Mentor leadership team and support performance appraisals.

Skills

Budget management

Leadership

Operations management

Railroad safety

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

MS Word

Job description

Watco seeks an Assistant General Manager to help develop operating budgets, monitor financial performance, and drive revenue growth across railroad operations. You will support a high-performing management team, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor leaders to sustain safety and efficiency.

Relevant candidates will have 5+ years in railroad operations, strong budget skills, and a track record of developing teams, improving service, and coordinating with customers and partners.