Railroad Roadmaster: Track & Safety Leader

Mendocino Railway

Fort Bragg (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 125,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid holidays, paid sick leave, and PT

Job summary

Mendocino Railway in Fort Bragg/Willits, CA is hiring a Roadmaster to oversee the safe maintenance, inspection, and repair of all track infrastructure along the 40-mile mainline. You will lead Maintenance of Way crews, coordinate with operations to minimize service disruptions, and ensure compliance with FRA regulations and company standards.

The role is full-time and onsite in Fort Bragg and Willits, CA, requiring strong leadership, knowledge of track safety practices, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
  • 4+ years of track maintenance experience.
  • Leadership and supervisory experience required.
  • Strong knowledge of FRA track safety standards.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee maintenance, repairs, and inspections of track, bridges, and roadbed.
  • Supervise Maintenance of Way (MOW) crews and ensure safe practices.
  • Develop, implement, and execute budgets, projects, schedules, and work plans.
  • Inspect track and ROW infrastructure per CPUC, FRA and internal standards.
  • Coordinate with railroad operations to minimize service disruptions during maintenance.

Skills

Leadership
Supervisory experience
Reading track plans

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Technical or vocational training

Tools

Track inspection tools

Job description

Mendocino Railway in Fort Bragg/Willits, CA is hiring a Roadmaster to oversee the safe maintenance, inspection, and repair of all track infrastructure along the 40-mile mainline. You will lead Maintenance of Way crews, coordinate with operations to minimize service disruptions, and ensure compliance with FRA regulations and company standards.

The role is full-time and onsite in Fort Bragg and Willits, CA, requiring strong leadership, knowledge of track safety practices, and the ability to manage

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