Track Foreman

Genesee & Wyoming Main Job Board; Washington; On-site; USD 45,460; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation services provider is seeking applicants for a Full-Time role overseeing track maintenance. The position requires managing day-to-day activities of a maintenance crew while ensuring compliance with safety procedures and efficient operations of the railroad. Candidates should have experience with heavy hand tools and must hold a high school diploma or GED. The job is based in Washington, offering a pay rate of $33 USD per hour.

Qualifications

• One to three years of related work experience.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the day-to-day activities of the MoW crew.
• Interface with others to ensure efficient operations of the railroad.
• Enforce compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

Experience with heavy hand tools

Outdoor work experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category: Track, Structures & Signals

Requisition Number: TRACK007776

• Posted: November 6, 2025
• Full-Time
• Rate: $33 USD per hour

Locations

Puget Sound & Pacific Railroad (PSAP), Elma, WA 985410000, USA

Description

SUMMARY: The person in this position oversees crews in the performance of track maintenance and is responsible for oversight of both maintenance and repair activities surrounding the maintenance-of-way (MoW) job or project functions. Responsibilities include training of employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and manage the day-to-day activities of the MoW crew
• Interface with others to ensure efficient and organized operations of the railroad along with maintenance of the track
• Enforce compliance with safety procedures; use PPE to keep required records
• Monitor and closely control all maintenance and other related costs associated with MoW work
• Assist to ensure department meets its track, signal, and capital-projects service goals
• Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• One to three years of related work experience
• Experience with heavy hand tools
• Outdoor work experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

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