Roadmaster: Lead MoW Team, Track Safety & Growth

Genesee & Wyoming Main; Alabama; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

On the Job Training

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Job summary

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. seeks a Roadmaster to supervise Maintenance of Way teams, overseeing safety and reliability of railroad infrastructure across a designated territory. You’ll interview, hire, train, and develop staff while driving progress toward track and capital projects in a hands-on, outdoor setting.

You will lead by example, communicate clearly, and foster a positive work environment in a dynamic, 24/7 operation. Strong supervisory and reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to self-motivate; prioritize; promote safe work habits; and manage budgetary constraints.
• 5+ years’ related experience in the rail industry is a plus.
• Prior experience in a supervisory role.
• Able to complete written forms and reports as required.
• Able to read and interpret documents including safety rules, manuals, and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, applications, reporting, etc.).
• Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day oversight of maintenance and repair activities surrounding MoW functions and ensure compliance with railroad safety and regulations.
• May perform track, structure and maintenance alongside the crew.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient operations of the railroad.
• Manage and ensure department meets its track, signal, and capital projects service goals.
• Supervise hourly employees and supervisors in the MoW Department.
• Hire and train new employees and administer discipline as needed.
• Monitor all maintenance and related costs for the department.
• Conduct efficiency tests and incident investigations; prepare reports.

Skills

Self-motivation

Budget management

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Reading/writing reports

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

RWP and 213.7 qualified

Valid driver’s license

CDL preferred

Job description

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. seeks a Roadmaster to supervise Maintenance of Way teams, overseeing safety and reliability of railroad infrastructure across a designated territory. You’ll interview, hire, train, and develop staff while driving progress toward track and capital projects in a hands-on, outdoor setting.

You will lead by example, communicate clearly, and foster a positive work environment in a dynamic, 24/7 operation. Strong supervisory and reporting skills are essential.