Roadmaster

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. in Worcester, MA is seeking a Maintenance of Way Supervisor to directly oversee maintenance and repair activities within the Maintenance of Way Department.

You will supervise hourly craft employees and supervisors, coordinate with other departments, and drive safety, efficiency, and on-time execution of track, signal, and capital projects. This role requires a strong focus on budgeting, cost control, interviewing and training staff, and enforcing safety procedures with

Qualifications

• 5 years related experience in the rail industry.
• Experience in a supervisory role.
• Associate degree or equivalent education required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance and repair activities in the Maintenance of Way functions.
• Interface with other departments to ensure efficient operations of the railroad.
• Manage department to meet track, signal, and capital project service goals.
• Supervise hourly craft employees and all supervisors in the M/W Department.
• Fill vacancies in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Enforce safety procedures and PPE usage; maintain required records.
• Monitor costs and manage department budgets.

Skills

Self-motivation

Prioritization

Budget management

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree

Engineering-related degree preferred

Valid driver’s license

Job description

SUMMARY: Directly supervises employees and activities in the Maintenance of Way Department

Job Details

Salary $85k-$93k plus bonus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day oversight of both the maintenance and repair activities surrounding the Maintenance of Way functions
• Interfaces with other departments to ensure efficient and organized operations of the railroad
• Manages and ensures department meets its track, signal, and capital projects service goals
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
• Lead, direct and manage the day-to-day activities of the Region's M/W Department
• Responsible for the hourly technical craft employees as well as all supervisors in the M/W Department
• Interfaces with other departments to ensure efficient and organized operations of the railroad
• Responsible for filling vacancies ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures
• Responsible for enforcing compliance with safety procedures; use of PPE keeping required records
• Monitor and closely control all maintenance and other related costs associated with the Department
• Manage and ensure Department meets its track, signal and capital projects service goals
• Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Required Skills And/Or Experience

• Demonstrated ability to self-motivate; prioritize; promote safe work habits; manage budgetary constraints
• 5 years related experience in the rail industry
• Prior experience in a supervisory role

Required Education And/Or Credentials

• Associate's Degree; 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Associate's Degree in Engineering or related field a plus
• Valid driver’s license required

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.