Trainmaster - Silvis

Iowa Interstate Railroad, LLC; Silvis, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Interstate Railroad, LLC is seeking a Trainmaster in Silvis, IL to direct railroad operations, lead the Transportation Department, and ensure safe, efficient movement of trains in alignment with rules and regulations.

The role involves supervising crews, planning daily operations with Dispatchers, conducting safety meetings, and staying on-call to manage incidents and emergencies. Strong leadership and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years as a qualified locomotive engineer and/or conductor preferred.
• Broad knowledge of GCOR, Track Warrants, Timetables, Safety Rules, CFR 217/218/240/242, labor agreements.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in Transportation Department activities.
• Supervises T&E employees for safe and effective performance.
• Coordinates daily train and switching operations with Dispatchers and other Trainmasters.
• Monitors operations with Dispatchers to ensure plan execution and safety.
• Conducts operations/efficiency tests and safety meetings.
• Focuses on fuel efficiency, operating improvements, and reducing freight damage through crew training.
• Ensures compliance with IAIS safety rules, regulations, and agreements.
• Interfaces with IAIS departments, customers, and connecting Carriers to meet expectations.
• Controls costs to meet budget goals.
• Investigates incidents and recommends corrective action.
• Reports promptly on problems affecting safe operation of trains.
• Follows safety procedures and stays aware of operating rule changes.
• Works scheduled hours including overtime, holidays, nights and weekends; on-call 24/7 as needed.
• Relieves Trainmasters as required.
• Demonstrates IAIS values and ethics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Budgeting

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SALARY: Full-Time | $95,000 - $110,000 Annually
DEPARTMENT: Transportation LOCATION: Silvis, IL

BASIC FUNCTION:
To direct and coordinate railroad operations in a safe, efficient and economical manner. This includes breaking up trains, classification of cars, making up trains for movement, switching cars to and from local industries, delivery of cars to and from interchange points, and related work. Assignments are performed according to rules and regulations required by IAIS, other railroads, and federal, state, and local government. Performs required number of efficiency tests to monitor performance of train crews for compliance of operating rules, safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and other rules and regulations of IAIS, other railroads, and federal, state and local governments. Serve in the capacity of Trainmaster at all IAIS locations as directed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• 01. Provides leadership in all Transportation Department activities.
• 02. Supervises T & E employees in the safe and successful performance of their duties
• 03. Coordinates and plans daily train and switching operations with Dispatchers and other Trainmasters consistent with safety and efficiency.
• 04. Collaborates with Dispatchers to monitor and adjust operations to ensure execution to plan interfacing with other employees.
• 05. Conducts operations/efficiency tests and safety meetings.
• 06. Ensures continuous focus on improvement in fuel consumption, operating efficiencies and reduction in freight damage through the training and education of crews on the most progressive train handling procedures.
• 07. Ensures compliance with IAISRR’s equal employment policies, safety and operating rules, schedule agreements and Government regulations.
• 08. Interfaces with IAISRR internal departments, IAISRR customers, and connecting Carriers to continually meet customer expectations.
• 09. Responsible for controlling costs to meet budget goals.
• 10. Responsible for investigating and developing facts In connection with personal Injuries, derailments, and rule violations by T&E employees. Recommends corrective action.
• 11. Responsible for prompt reporting to all concerned problems which may affect the safe operation of trains (such as accidents, derailments, floods, washouts, etc.).
• 12. Follows company and government safety procedures, be alert, use common sense, take necessary precautions (e.g., wearing/using protective clothes and equipment), and maintain an overall level of safety awareness when operating in work environment. Keeps abreast of current changes in operating rules and practices.
• 13. Responsible for performing duties and working hours as scheduled, including overtime, holidays, nights and weekends. Will be required to be on call 24 hours per day with emergency response availability required.
• 14. Relieves all Trainmasters within territory as required.
• 15. Demonstrates behavior consistent with Iowa Interstate Railroad Purpose and Values.
• 16. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education, Licenses/Certifications and Work Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. Must have previous railroad experience; experience as a yardmaster, assistant trainmaster, trainmaster or road foreman experience is a plus. Must possess and maintain a current and valid driver’s license, be insurable under IAIS’s commercial auto policy throughout IAIS employment. Minimum of two years as a qualified locomotive engineer and/or conductor preferred. Broad knowledge of General Code of Operating Rules, Track Warrants, Timetables, Safety Rules, CFR 217/218 & 240/242, applicable labor agreements, etc., required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities and Mental Requirements

• Working knowledge with budget preparation, costs analysis and costs evaluations.
• Good supervisory and leadership skills are needed to direct work force.
• General office equipment skills, including Microsoft PC based computing. Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer for spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail and data base information.
• Must be able to work well under pressure. Proven ability to control emotions and take responsibility for actions.
• Must be able to professionally express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Proven ability to listen carefully and actively and keep others informed.
• Be able to inspire others to excel and demonstrate initiative and decisiveness.
• Proven ability to provide direct and constructive feedback to others.
• Ability to develop employee’s skills and act as a role model for others.
• Ability to be flexible and accept change, react willingly, appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to read, understand, and abide by the General Code of Operating Rules.
• Must be able to abide by Federal Railroad Administration parts 217/218/219 & 240/242 and other regulations as required by IAIS, other railroads, and federal, state and local governments.

Physical Requirements

Constant (67-100%) cognitive decision making; speaking clearly and concisely either in person or telephone, and/or radio communication; Frequent (34-66%) viewing close visual work. Occasional (10-33%) stooping, kneeling and bending. May be stressful at times due to interruptions and multiple job duties.

Must possess at least 20/40 in each eye with or without corrective lenses. Must be able to recognize and distinguish colors displayed by signals, signs, etc. Must possess an average hearing threshold (in the better ear) of 40 decibels at 500 HZ and 2000 H, aided or unaided.

Working Conditions

• Upwards of 50% travel will be required
• weather (including extreme cold and/or extreme heat for periods of more than one hour)
• noise (from diesel engines, air brake equipment, sanders, horns, radios)
• dust, irritants, odors, fumes, fuel, etc.

The job requires the individual to follow IAIS and federal standard safety procedures, be alert, and take necessary precautions (e.g., wearing/using protective clothes and equipment) to avoid possible injuries that may result from, but not limited to:

• working on or around moving equipment
• walking on uneven ground and/or slippery ground
• hazardous materials transported by the railroad
• prolonged periods of continuous work time
• mounting and dismounting equipment
• passing vehicles (trains, trucks, cars, etc.) while operating or walking to the train equipment
• train derailments
• assembling train consists
• connecting air hoses
• walking the catwalk
• examining the engine fueling component operation

The statements stated in this job description reflect the general details as necessary to describe the basic function, essential job duties/responsibilities, job requirements, physical and mental requirements, and working conditions typically required, and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the job. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned; including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Ability to read, understand and abide by GCOR

Expert

Professional communications

Expert

Ability to follow safety rules

Expert

Ability to provide clear instructions

Expert

Behaviors

Required

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

Motivations

Required

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

Leadership

Must have previous railroad experience.

Broad knowledge of General Code of Operating Rules, Track Warrants, Timetables, Safety Rules, CFR 217/218 & 240/242, applicable labor agreements, etc., required.

Preferred

1-5 years:

Minimum of two years as a qualified locomotive engineer and/or conductor preferred.

Experience as a yardmaster, assistant trainmaster, trainmaster or road foreman experience.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Preferred

Certified Conductor

Equal Opportunity Employer
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