Track Supervisor

Alstom; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive and competitive social coverage

Award-winning learning opportunities

Job summary

Join Alstom as a full-time Track Supervisor in Hempfield Township, PA. You will supervise the maintenance of mainline and yard tracks while collaborating with teams to ensure safety and efficiency in track operations. Experience in track maintenance is required along with strong leadership skills.

Your role involves planning work schedules and training maintenance personnel, contributing to innovative projects shaping the future of mobility. A competitive compensation package, including benefits, is offered.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of track maintenance experience is required.
• Experience leading or supervising a team in a union environment is required.
• Familiarity with FRA Class IV regulations.
• Valid driver's license in accordance with New York State laws.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance and repair of tracks and related systems.
• Plan and oversee work schedules for track maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality control.
• Evaluate and train Track Maintenance personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Team Supervising

Track Maintenance

Compliance with Safety Regulations

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy diesel rail equipment

MAXIMO

Job description

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Track Supervisor in New York we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your leadership and technical expertise in a dynamic and innovative field. You’ll work alongside dedicated and collaborative teammates. You'll play a key role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of our track systems. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (including maintenance personnel, contractors, and safety officers), plan and oversee work schedules, and ensure compliance with safety standards and quality control measures. You’ll specifically take care of supervising the maintenance and repair of mainline and yard tracks, special track work, and related systems, but also support the training and development of Track Maintenance personnel.

• Supervising corrective and preventive maintenance for mainline and yard tracks, switch machines, running rail, structures, reaction rails, power rails, drainage, walkways, and fencing.
• Planning work schedules to ensure proper support for track maintenance and scheduling employees and contractors.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and safe work practices, including Safety Directive and Site Warden mandates, and verifying that completed work meets safety and quality standards.
• Evaluating and training Track Maintenance personnel to maintain the required level of technical and safety knowledge.
• Ensuring accurate and complete data entries into MAXIMO.
• Operating and maintaining heavy diesel rail equipment, including rail grinders, UniMogs, Rail Kings, speeders, and cranes.

All About You

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent with specialized training in electrical and mechanical systems, or Journeyman electrician with mechanical experience.
• 1-2 years of track maintenance experience (required).
• Experience leading or supervising a team in a union environment (required).
• Experience in the railway industry (required).
• 5 years of track maintenance experience (preferred).
• 5 years of supervisory experience in a union environment (preferred).
• Familiarity with FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) Class IV regulations.
• Knowledge of track, guideway structures, and heavy equipment used for rail maintenance.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook) and Windows operating applications.
• Valid driver’s license in accordance with New York State Motor Vehicle Laws.
• Physical ability to lift 50–75 lbs., walk and stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, and work under varying weather conditions.

Things you’ll enjoy

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.
• Work with new safety and quality standards for rail maintenance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and supportive colleagues.
• Contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of mobility.
• Utilise our inclusive and flexible working environment.
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
• Benefit from our investment in your development through award‑winning learning opportunities.
• Progress towards leadership roles in track maintenance and beyond.
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).

Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.