Supervisor Track Inspections

Norfolk Southern Corp.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk Southern Corp. Bethlehem, PA is seeking a Supervisor Track Inspections to oversee training and supervision of track staff on an assigned territory. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to FRA standards, and coordination with rail operations.

You will inspect both company and customer-owned track, manage workload within budget, generate inspection reports, and ensure compliance with Safety Rules. Requires FRA track/bridge inspection certification and RWIC qualification.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (Any) preferred
• FRA certification for track/bridge inspection and RWIC qualification required

Responsibilities

• Inspects all assigned track, both company as well as customer owned, as required by company and federal requirements.
• Assumes the responsibilities and duties of his manager on alternate weekends and holidays, and whenever the manager is absent.
• Provides necessary inspection record reports, and assists with correspondence, material requisitions, charge-outs, payroll approval, procurement, and credit card review.
• Assists in planning and organizing the work to be done on a territory within the authorized budget.
• Must have FRA certification for track/bridge inspection, roadway worker in charge (RWIC) qualification, and knowledge of Norfolk Southern Safety and Operating Rules.

Skills

Identifying and Considering Alt.

Planning and Organizing

Communication Skills

Decision Making

People Development

Education

Associate's Degree (Any)

Job description

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Supervisor Track Inspections - Bethlehem, PA

Requisition 40253: B3 Supervisor Track Inspections - Bethlehem, PA

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• FRA Drug and Alcohol Screen
• Medical Screening

Norfolk Southern offers a unique opportunity to be part of our proud legacy that spans nearly 200 years. We are a customer-centric, operations-driven team dedicated to advancing safety, serving communities, and driving innovation for tomorrow's rail. As part of Norfolk Southern, you’ll join a collaborative team where there are opportunities for growth across the organization. We are building a culture where everyone can thrive by owning and driving exceptional results, being humble and leading with trust, serving our customers with excellence, and collaborating and coaching to win.

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Assists with the training and supervision of track employees on an assigned territory.

• Inspects all assigned track, both company as well as customer owned, as required by company and federal requirements. Detects abnormalities in the track structure and is able to determine the proper course of action for immediate correction, whenever possible, or other remedial action to protect the movement of trains without unnecessary delay.
• Assumes the responsibilities and duties of his manager on alternate weekends and holidays, and whenever the manager is absent.
• Provides necessary inspection record reports, and assists with correspondence, material requisitions, charge-outs, payroll approval, procurement, and credit card review.
• Assists in planning and organizing the work to be done on a territory within the authorized budget.
• Must have FRA certification for track/bridge inspection, roadway worker in charge (RWIC) qualification, and knowledge of Norfolk Southern Safety and Operating Rules.

Job Related Experience:

• Preferred Level: Not specified

Education:

• Preferred Level: Associate's Degree (Any)

Preferred Majors:

Licenses / Certifications:

• Required: None listed
• Preferred: None listed

Technical Skills:

• None listed

Skills and Abilities:

• Identifying and Considering Alternatives
• Planning and Organizing
• Communication Skills
• Decision Making
• People Development

Career Path / Predecessor Jobs:

• None listed

Future Jobs:

Work Conditions

• Shift Work: No
• On-Call: Yes

Company Overview

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com .

At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.

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