Terminal Operations Lead – Prep & Mechanical

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time position

Growth opportunities

Safe work environment

Job summary

Pacific Rail Services in Louisville, KY is seeking an experienced Terminal Manager – Prep & Mechanical to lead terminal operations, oversee mechanical activities, maintenance programs, safety initiatives, customer relations, and workforce management.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to manage union staff, and a drive to improve efficiency and profitability in a dynamic rail environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Experience in terminal, rail, transportation, warehouse, logistics or mechanical operations preferred.
• Experience supervising employees in a union environment strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling systems

Reporting systems

Job description

Pacific Rail Services in Louisville, KY is seeking an experienced Terminal Manager – Prep & Mechanical to lead terminal operations, oversee mechanical activities, maintenance programs, safety initiatives, customer relations, and workforce management.

This hands-on leadership role requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to manage union staff, and a drive to improve efficiency and profitability in a dynamic rail environment.