Track Foreman DQER

Patriot Rail Company; Valliant (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Rail Company is seeking a seasoned Track Foreman to oversee maintenance gangs and track inspections in our growing network. You will lead crews, enforce safety standards, and coordinate with transportation and mechanical teams to keep service reliable.

The role requires strong leadership, adherence to FRA CFR 213, RWP qualifications, and the ability to manage budgets and respond to incidents with quick, practical decisions. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; valid driver’s license.
• At least 5 years combined experience as a Track Foreman supervising maintenance gangs.
• RWP Qualified; FRA CFR 213 Qualified; SRTH Operating Rules tests; CWR trained and qualified.
• Able to pass safety, physical, and travel requirements (up to 25%).
• Able to read safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the activities of track gangs, track inspectors, and hyrail operations.
• Manage engineering operations with compliance to safe work procedures, FRA guidelines, and PatriotRail policies.
• Inspect track in the absence of the Track Inspector.
• Lead people with clear direction and provide coaching and guidance through regular performance monitoring.
• Apply PatriotRail policies, manage and coach employees, conduct investigations and recommend corrective action.
• Manage budgets and workforce productivity within policy.
• Communicate track conditions, daily production, and information to senior management for adjustments.
• Participate in derailments and disruptions with transportation and mechanical supervisors to determine cause and prevention.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Lead people with clear direction

Verbal comprehension

Communication skills

Reasoning skills

Functional/ Technical Skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Track maintenance tools

Hydraulic equipment

Rail saws

Job description

Are you looking for a fast paced, forward thinking, and strategically growing company where you can affect change? Then Patriot Rail is where you need to be!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with MOW crew performing varying maintenance activities
• Supervise and manage the activities of track gangs, track inspectors, and hyrail operations
• Manage engineering operations which includes compliance with safe work procedures, FRA guidelines, and PatriotRail policies and procedures
• Inspect track in the absence of the Track Inspector
• Lead people with clear direction and goals while providing coaching and guidance to employees through regular monitoring of employee performance
• Apply PatriotRail policies while carrying out duties, including managing and coaching employees, conducting investigations and recommending corrective action
• Manage budgets and workforce productivity within policy
• Clear communication of track condition, daily production and information to senior management in order to make adjustments as needed
• Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with transportation and mechanical supervisors to determine cause and future prevention
• Additional duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (willing to train)

• Verifiable High School diploma/GED
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver's License
• At least 5 years combined experience as a Track Foreman supervising maintenance gangs
• Must be Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Qualified
• Must be FRA CFR 213 Qualified
• Must be able to pass the SRTH Operating Rules tests
• Must be Continuous Welded Rail (CWR) Trained and Qualified
• No driving violations involving alcohol or drugs within the past 3 years
• Must be able to perform duties that require heavy lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and 80 pounds on occasion.
• Knowledge of and skills in using hand tools, including wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, measuring tapes, etc. and skills in using power tools and hydraulic equipment, including portable grinders, rail saws, spike pullers, track wrench machines, power drills
• Prefer experience reading and comprehending safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, test materials, drawings, schematics, and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to meet physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to travel as needed and on short notice.

COMPETENCIES:

• Verbal comprehension
  Understand oral and written communications, both general and technical.
• Communication skills
  Provide clear instructions/directions.
• Reasoning skills
  Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Functional/ Technical Skills
  Has the technical and functional background to perform job duties at a high level of competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
• Wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety steel-toe boots, or safety glasses.
• Work hours include a nonstandard workweek, including being on-call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home and short rest between assignments in accordance with the hours of service regulation.
• Medium to heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 80+ pounds occasionally.
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb.
• Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places.
• Walk long distances over uneven terrain.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

ANTICIPATED PERCENT OF TRAVEL:

Up to 25%

SAFTEY:

Safety is the cornerstone value in our Company. Our employees are expected to live our values on the job in how we work, how we act, and how we create value. Safety is a personal responsibility. We are professionals and our activities must reflect that professionalism. Each team member must demonstrate safety advocacy every day - regardless of their role in the Company. Compliance with safety and operating rules is required and essential to our own safety and that of others.

"The Patriot Way."

At Patriot, we value our relationships - with our customers, employees, shareholders, communities and other stakeholders. We know that safety, integrity, reliability, ethical behavior and exceptional customer service are critical to building and maintaining strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Everyone at Patriot - from the mailroom to the boardroom - embraces those values. More importantly, as a team, we make it our business to demonstrate them in everything we do. It's "The Patriot Way."

Equal Opportunity Employer

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