Track Foreman: Hands-On Rail Maintenance Lead

Railserve; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Vacation

Holiday pay

Safety shoe reimbursement

Marmon employee discount

Job summary

Railserve is hiring a Track Foreman in Cincinnati, OH to coordinate and perform railroad track inspection, maintenance, and repair within an active industrial facility. This hands-on working foreman role leads in the field, guiding the crew and ensuring tasks are done safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has railroad track maintenance experience, leads by example, and can impact the site’s track infrastructure quality and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous railroad track maintenance experience required.
• Experience serving as a lead, foreman, or senior track maintenance employee preferred.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Strong attendance and dependability required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and track maintenance equipment.
• Military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily track maintenance activities with site leadership.
• Lead by example while performing track maintenance alongside the crew.
• Assist with planning daily work assignments and job priorities.
• Drive spikes and install or replace track components.
• Move, install, and replace railroad cross ties.
• Inspect, adjust, and lubricate switches.
• Tighten track bolts and hardware.
• Check track gauge, cross level, and overall track condition.
• Perform routine track inspections and identify maintenance needs.
• Help train and mentor less experienced employees on safe work practices.
• Communicate maintenance needs, project updates, and safety concerns to site leadership.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in safe operating condition.
• Complete required documentation as needed.
• Follow all company safety procedures and operating standards.

Skills

Railroad track maintenance

Lead/foreman experience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Railserve is hiring a Track Foreman in Cincinnati, OH to coordinate and perform railroad track inspection, maintenance, and repair within an active industrial facility. This hands-on working foreman role leads in the field, guiding the crew and ensuring tasks are done safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has railroad track maintenance experience, leads by example, and can impact the site’s track infrastructure quality and safety.