Road Foreman I / II - 90039365 - Baltimore

Amtrak; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 127,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with employer match

Generous paid time off

Tuition and education reimbursement

Life Insurance

Rail pass privileges

Disability insurance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Amtrak’s Road Foreman role oversees safe, efficient train movement and supervision of T&E crews for MARC Commuter Service. You’ll enforce Amtrak rules, manage certifications, and drive performance improvements in a dynamic, safety‑driven environment.

The incumbent will lead staff, coordinate with the road trainmaster, and ensure compliance with federal/state regulations while maintaining records and overseeing training programs. The role requires flexibility and on‑call readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation, Business or related field, or equivalent work experience may be considered.
• 3 years of prior relevant experience required.
• Qualified as a designated supervisor of locomotive engineers.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to engineers.
• Oversee operation in coordination with road trainmaster in compliance with rules and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with policies and operating practices; monitor records and train operations.
• Manage and supervise locomotive engineer certification requirements and recertification courses.
• Conduct efficiency tests and report on performance to improve OTP and service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation, Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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Date: Sep 4, 2026

Location: Baltimore, MD, US, 21201

Company: Amtrak

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As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

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Job Summary

The Road Foreman is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trains and oversight of T&E crews for the MARC Commuter Service. They oversee and provide leadership and management of agreement employees. This includes the management and monitoring of employee recordkeeping, efficiency testing, and compliance with all Amtrak, Federal, and State operating requirements. Enforce and manage the rules and regulations for Amtrak policies and operating practices, initiate action for non-compliance and recommend appropriate action for resolution in a consistent and fair manner. Executes and manages the area's safety plan in compliance with federal, state and local rules and regulations to ensure goals are met. Also, responsible for the safety and efficient railroad operations within assigned territory.

This position is a tiered position. Incumbents will have a position level assigned based on their skills and experience, and in alignment with position development plans. Position placement is at Amtrak’s sole and absolute discretion.

Essential Functions

• Responsibilities include providing leadership, mentoring and guidance to engineers
• Oversee operation in coordination with the road trainmaster in compliance with rules and regulations
• Ensures bulletins, equipment, postings, etc. adhere to labor, federal and Amtrak regulations
• Monitor employees for compliance with policies and operating practices
• Initiate action for non-compliance in a consistent and fair manner
• Manage employees and train operations to optimize OTP and make recommendations to improve performance
• Respond to service disruptions within area of responsibility
• Implement safety plans
• Manage and oversee locomotive engineer certification requirements
• Administer engineer recertification courses and operating rules classes
• Conduct efficiency tests, ensure compliance and maintain employee records.
• Ensure engine crews attend training classes, documenting and reporting training; communicate with carrier railroad managers regarding territory operations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation, Business or related field or equivalent work experience, training, and/or education may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 3 years of prior relevant experience required
• Operating experience, with no violations described in CFR 49 part 240.117, as train service engineer and/or as road foreman
• Qualified as a designated supervisor of locomotive engineers

Experience with or working knowledge of I-ETMS (Interoperable Electronic Train Management System), a Positive Train Control (PTC) safety overlay system

• Qualified on physical characteristics of territory
• Demonstrated experience as Locomotive Engineer

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated supervisory experience, leading and managing others with different levels of expertise
• Demonstrated experience with train operation, crew base, crew management, operations, train handling and service delivery
• Ability to develop and manage an operating budget

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Superior communication skills encompassing writing, speaking, and presentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficient in CFR 236 Subpart I (PTC) regulations, CFR Part 240 regulations, Amtrak’s Airbrake and Train Handling Instruction, Operating Rules, and Safety Rules
• Skilled in developing and delivering comprehensive training and testing programs with proven results
• Demonstrate appropriate leadership traits through practical work experience, such as independence, initiative, collaboration, and mentoring
• Spends approximately 25% of work time in an office setting, utilizing a computer, keyboard, monitor, andmouse to complete various administrative and operational tasks
• Spends approximately 75% of work time in an outdoor railroad operating environment, which includeswalking on uneven surfaces and performing physical activities such as reaching, bending, and stretching toboard and detrain equipment
• Regularly works extended hours as operational needs require, including being on-call and available torespond to emergencies
• Is considered on duty at all times and must remain available 24 hours a day, 7days a week, including weekends and holidays
• Frequently operates in high-pressure or crisis situations, requiring timely decision-making based on limited orincomplete information
• Frequently works outdoors and is exposed to varying and adverse weather conditions
• Regularly resolves complex problems involving competing priorities in cognitively demanding situations
• Consistently works in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with shifting priorities
• Subject to travel, sometimes with minimal notice due to service disruptions

The salary for a Road Foreman I is $127,000 and the salary for a Road Foreman II is $137,000. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

Health and Wellbeing Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K with Employer Match Generous Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs Railroad Retirement Benefits Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care

Health Savings Account Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Fertility and Family Building Benefits

No-cost Personal Health Advocate Student Loan Assistance Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance

Medical Plan Opt-out Credit Tuition and Education Reimbursement Paid Family Leave

Life Insurance Rail Pass Privileges

Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program

No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts

Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:166954
Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

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Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.

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In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

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