Track Foreman I

RailWorks Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to lead a crew in the railroad construction sector. This role involves managing daily operations, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering projects that meet customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for pre-planning work activities, coordinating with subcontractors, and maintaining a high standard of safety on site. If you're passionate about construction and have a knack for leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values safety and quality, and help shape the future of railroad construction!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in railroad construction required.
• Strong understanding of safety rules and track maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a crew to meet project goals for safety and quality.
• Plan daily operations and ensure resources are available.
• Conduct daily briefings and enforce safety practices.

Skills

Railroad construction experience

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Knowledge of track construction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Safety equipment

Construction tools

Job description

Location: Chicago, IL, US; Indianapolis, IN, US

Company: RailWorks

Job ID: 18729

Position Summary

Responsible for managing and directing a crew of workers to deliver a successful project by meeting or exceeding corporate and project goals for safety, quality, profitability, and schedule, resulting in extreme customer satisfaction.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

1. Pre-plans work activities with Superintendent to develop best means and methods, including safety action plans.
2. Reviews all contracts, project documentation, and plans to ensure that the work in the field is built to the most recent specifications.
3. Plans the day-to-day operations on assigned project and ensures that proper resources are in place for the timely completion of work, including labor, tools, equipment, and material.
4. Takes responsibility for crew performance as it relates to company goals, safety audits, and following company policies and procedures. Initiates follow-up action as necessary including training, orientation, discipline, etc.
5. Conducts daily briefing with crew to review production goals, performance feedback, safety and schedule, hazards, and to solicit feedback from the workers.
6. Always maintains a dedication to safety by modeling, providing education, and enforcing safe work practices and company policies and procedures.
7. Ensures that proper safety equipment is available and used by all field personnel.
8. Communicates with customer and ensures a high level of customer satisfaction.
9. Communicates with contractors or subcontractors to coordinate work, goals, etc.

Required Skills and Qualifications

1. A minimum of two years related experience in the railroad construction industry.
2. Must be 18 years or older.
3. Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations.
4. Knowledge of all aspects of track construction and maintenance.
5. Ability to keep records and to prepare work and time reports.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

1. Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and availability to travel.
2. Works outdoors at construction sites.
3. Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as standing, climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling of materials, equipment, and tools.
4. Uses hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, and/or assemble objects and tools.
5. Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to 50 pounds.
6. Exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather.
7. Exposed to loud noise.
8. May be exposed to live track/trains and high voltage.
9. Must wear appropriate safety equipment, such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection, as required by the company.

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.