Track Foreman I

RailWorks Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Track Foreman I to lead a team in delivering successful projects. This role involves managing crew performance, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining high customer satisfaction. With a focus on teamwork and open communication, this position offers a chance to grow your career in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in track construction and a commitment to safety. Join a company that values trust, respect, and collaboration while tackling challenging projects in the railroad construction industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in railroad construction.
• Ability to understand and follow safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct a crew to meet project goals.
• Plan daily operations and ensure resources are in place.
• Conduct daily briefings with the crew.

Skills

Management

Safety Compliance

Track Construction Knowledge

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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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

Pre-plans work activities with Superintendent to develop best means and methods, including safety action plans.

Reviews all contracts, project documentation and plans to ensure that the work in the field is built to the most recent specifications.

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.

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.

Conducts daily briefing with crew to review production goals, performance feedback, safety and schedule, hazards, and to solicit feedback from the workers.

Always maintains a dedication to safety by modeling, providing education and enforcing safe work practices and company policies and procedures.

Ensures that proper safety equipment is available and used by all field personnel.

Communicates with customer and ensures a high level of customer satisfaction.

Communicates with contractors or sub contractors to coordinate work, goals, etc.

Required Skills and Qualifications

A minimum of two years related experience in the railroad construction industry

Must be 18 years or older

Ability to understand and follow safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations

Knowledge of all aspects of track construction and maintenance

Ability to keep records and to prepare work and time reports

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Driver’s license, reliable transportation, and available to travel.

Works outdoors at construction sites

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

Uses hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, and/or assemble objects and tools

Lifts, pushes, pulls, and carries heavy objects, machinery, and tools up to 50 pounds

Exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather

Exposed to loud noise

May be exposed to live track/trains and high voltage

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 North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Construction, and Truck Transportation

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