Senior Rail Communications Supervisor

Keolis America, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Voluntary benefits: hospital indemnity

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Keolis America, Inc. in Abington, MA seeks a senior Communications leader to oversee a team responsible for railroad communications systems. The role requires a strong background in radio/RF, fiber optics, Ethernet/IP networking, and related technologies, with a focus on reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The position includes leading hiring, training, performance management, and coordinating with IT and field teams to maintain system performance and service quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent educational credential required; additional education or technical training in telecommunications, electronics, information technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in railroad communications, telecommunications, radio/RF systems, fiber optics, networking, electronics, or a related technical field.
• Strong working knowledge of railroad communications technologies, including radio/RF, fiber optics, Ethernet/IP networking, Positive Train Control communications, electrical power, and electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Communications employees, including hiring, work assignments, performance management, coaching, training, employee development, and recommendations for personnel actions.
• Identify training needs and ensure employees complete required technical, safety, and security training.
• Oversee communications maintenance and operational activities to support system reliability, service quality, and a safe and productive work environment.
• Ensure the quality of work performed by employees and contractors and address performance or workmanship concerns as appropriate.
• Manage departmental resources, including the annual budget, workforce utilization, scheduling, facilities, and assets, to meet operational and financial objectives.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Contract interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Keolis America, Inc. in Abington, MA seeks a senior Communications leader to oversee a team responsible for railroad communications systems. The role requires a strong background in radio/RF, fiber optics, Ethernet/IP networking, and related technologies, with a focus on reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.

The position includes leading hiring, training, performance management, and coordinating with IT and field teams to maintain system performance and service quality.