Track Foreman - Belle, WV

Kanawha River RR, LLC; Belle (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kanawha River RR, LLC is seeking a foreman to safely inspect, repair, and maintain railroad track infrastructure while supervising a team. The role focuses on safe, efficient service and adherence to safety rules and regulations.

You will oversee track laborers and equipment, perform inspections on rails, ties, turnouts, and road crossings, and ensure timely reporting and compliance with standards. Must meet education and certification requirements and be prepared for outdoor work in all

Qualifications

• Must be able to recognize problems, apply common sense and follow written and oral instructions.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Flexible work schedule required.
• Knowledge of Roadway Protection Rules and FRA Track Safety Standards.
• Broad understanding of railroad operations and equipment experience.
• Ability to perform basic math and calculations.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with applicable governmental regulations.
• Ability to manage contractors.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Class D Driver’s License required.
• Track Ground School, GCOR Written Test and related safety trainings are expected.
• Passing FRA Track Standards and related tests may be required on site.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Track Laborer, Trackman, and Truck Driver/Machine Operator.
• Inspect and manage track materials and ballast processes.
• Inspect and maintain rails, ties, and turnouts.
• Oversee road crossings, bridges, culverts, and tunnels.
• Ensure safety inspections, reporting, and compliance with standards.
• Coordinate track projects with departments and attend meetings.

Skills

Team supervision

Railroad operations knowledge

Safety awareness

Reading instructions

Problem recognition

Outdoor work readiness

Mathematical ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Requisition ID33719-Posted08/03/2026-Track Operation

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Job Summary

The foreman position is required to safely and efficiently inspect, repair, and maintain the railroad track infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient service to our customers. This position requires that the individual is proficient in and can supervise team members while performing the following skills, duties, and requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise Track Laborer, Trackman, and Truck Driver/Machine Operator.
• Inspect, unload, load, distribute, pick-up, install cross ties, switch ties, other track material and ballast.
• Inspect, unload, distribute, load, pick-up, install, grind, and transpose rail.
• Inspect, load, unload, distribute, pick-up, remove, construct, maintain and repair turnouts.
• Inspect for defects, patrol, construct, install, retire, remove, surface, gauge, line and shift track.
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, and repair road crossings.
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, repair, paint, renew and replace bridges.
• Inspect, protect, flag, maintain, repair and construct culverts and tunnels.
• Inspect, dismantle, remove, maintain, repair, and paint station facilities.
• Inspect, test, maintain, repair, construct and install scales.
• Inspect, remove, maintain, repair, construct, and install right of way, sand and snow fences.
• Inspect, construct, install, maintain, clean and paint signs.
• Cut and dispose of vegetation.
• Clean debris from switches and remove snow or other foreign materials from track infrastructure.
• Complete accurate and timely reporting as required.
• Read and accurately interpret company documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and federal and state regulations.
• Communicate professionally and effectively.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of track authority.
• Comply with performance metrics measurements and deadlines.
• Practice safe work habits and follow company and industry policies, procedures and regulations.
• Respond promptly to any accident, incident or emergency call.
• Operate, maintain, and repair vehicles and track equipment.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and compliance with established track standards.
• Assist in training, mentoring and directing track laborers.
• Obtain and operate under track warrants.
• Supervise restoration of track under traffic condition.
• Identify project risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate work activities with all departments as needed.
• Attends meetings and conference calls as required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must have the ability to recognize problems, apply common sense and understanding to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to have a flexible work schedule.
• Must have knowledge of and be able to apply the Roadway Protection Rules and the FRA Track Safety Standards.
• Must have a broad understanding of railroad operations and experience in operating railroad equipment.
• Must have the ability to apply concepts of basic math and calculate figures.
• Must have the ability to perform duties without direct supervision.
• Must have familiarity with applicable governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively manage contractors.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a Class D Driver’s License.
• High School education or general education (GED) or 3 to 6 months job-related experience; or equivalent of education and experience.
• The team member in this job must have passed Track Ground School, GCOR Written Test, Roadway Worker Protection Written Test, Fall Protection Written Test, Maintenance of Way Safety Written Test, MSHA/OSHA Training and Certification (if required on site), and CWR Written Test.
• Must also be able to pass and apply the information from the FRA Track Standards Test, Track Foreman Written Test, Track Inspection Written Test, and Manager’s Training.

Education

Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent