Terminal Manager - Prep & Mechanical

Rail Management Services; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Rail Services in Louisville, KY is seeking a hands-on Terminal Manager - Prep & Mechanical to lead daily terminal operations, oversee mechanical activities, maintenance programs, and safety initiatives, while driving profitability and customer satisfaction. This role requires strong leadership, union experience, and a focus on continuous improvement across operations.

You will supervise terminal and mechanical staff, coordinate with customers and drivers, and ensure compliance with CBAs,

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Experience supervising employees in a union environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of CBAs and labor relations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise terminal employees and mechanical personnel.
• Oversee rail yard, terminal, and maintenance operations for efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate customer, vendor, and driver activities.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety regulations, labor agreements, and government requirements.
• Foster a strong safety culture through audits, coaching, and engagement.
• Manage equipment and vehicle repair and maintenance activities.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, employees, and union representatives.
• Support hiring, training, and employee development; handle disciplinary procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maximize operational performance and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Decision making

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling systems

Reporting systems

Email

Job description

Terminal Manager - Prep & Mechanical

Pacific Rail Services (PRS)

Louisville, KY

$75,000 - $80,000 per year (based on experience)

Full-Time

Join Our Team:

Pacific Rail Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Terminal Manager - Prep & Mechanical to lead terminal operations in Louisville, KY. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, mechanical activities, maintenance programs, safety initiatives, customer relations, and workforce management while ensuring operational excellence and profitability.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and supervise terminal employees and mechanical personnel.
• Oversee rail yard, terminal, and maintenance operations to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate customer, vendor, and driver activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, labor agreements, and government requirements.
• Foster a strong safety culture through audits, coaching, and employee engagement.
• Manage equipment and vehicle repair and maintenance activities.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, employees, and union representatives.
• Support hiring, training, employee development, and disciplinary procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to maximize operational performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Experience in terminal, rail, transportation, warehouse, logistics, or mechanical operations preferred.
• Experience supervising employees in a union environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and labor relations is a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to multitask and make sound operational decisions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, email, scheduling, and reporting systems.

Work Environment:

• Combination of office, terminal, rail yard, and outdoor work environments.
• Frequent interaction with equipment, vehicles, and field personnel.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
• Ability to work safely around moving equipment and active operations.

Why Join PRS:

• Competitive salary.
• Leadership opportunity with a growing transportation company.
• Stable, full-time career with advancement potential.
• Dynamic work environment where your leadership makes a direct impact.