Senior Manager, Train Operations & Safety Excellence

Union Pacific Logo - Building America; United States; On-site; USD 117,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% match + 3% automatic

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Job summary

Union Pacific seeks a Transportation Operations Manager to direct daily operations of an assigned territory and its employees, ensuring safety and product quality align with business objectives. The role coordinates planning to ensure efficient movement and production standards.

The candidate should have 2–4 years in a management/professional role and 2–4 years in transportation field operations, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years in a management/professional position.
• 2–4 years in transportation field operations.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience reading and understanding instructions (safety rules, bulletins, and federal regulatory docs).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop professionals to improve and achieve objectives.
• Respond to emergencies or service interruptions.
• Drive company vehicle and transport crews.
• Direct the transportation plan for the territory to meet objectives and coordinate with dispatch, sales, and terminals/yards.
• Conduct safety audits for train service employees and RC operators.
• Operate territory within the annual transportation budget.
• Review metrics daily and plan remediation actions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Union Pacific seeks a Transportation Operations Manager to direct daily operations of an assigned territory and its employees, ensuring safety and product quality align with business objectives. The role coordinates planning to ensure efficient movement and production standards.

The candidate should have 2–4 years in a management/professional role and 2–4 years in transportation field operations, with strong verbal and written communication skills.