Area Manager

RAILCREW XPRESS LLC • Des Moines, IA

36d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the overall performance of the location and/or area assigned. The Area/Location Manager is responsible for the recruiting, hiring, mentoring, coaching, and discipline for all employees within the location. Additionally, this position is responsible for maintaining a positive and professional relationship with the railroad management at the location. This position is responsible for the 24/7 service and coverage to RCX railroad clients.

Requirements

• Maintain a current valid state issued driver’s license issued by the state of residence.
• Less than two (2) moving violations within the last three (3) years.
• No careless, reckless or failure to control violation in the last five (5) years.
• No driving under the influence convictions in the previous seven (7) years.
• No record of drug or alcohol-related convictions within the previous four (4) years.
• No auto theft conviction in the last seven (7) years.
• Employees or applicants required to report on a sex offender registry will be reviewed for any disqualifying factors or crimes of concern.
• Must be cleared by eRailsafe or background report required by the company.
• A felony conviction within the last seven (7) years, released from a penal institution within the last five (5) years or crimes of concern may be disqualifying factors.
• Must have valid passport or border crossing documents (where required).
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Position requires extended periods of time sitting, usually driving
• Ability to safely operate company vehicle
• Employees must be able to meet the physical requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act’s, Section 391.41 (if required) by submitting and passing a DOT physical examination.
• Ability to hear instructions and directions over the phone and/or radio.
• Submit to and received negative drug and/or alcohol test

Nice To Haves

• Previous management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts regular observations to ensure proper procedures are followed by drivers
• Conducts pre-employment and all random drug and alcohol tests, including mailing to lab if required
• Responsible for initial investigation of employee allegations. Coaching and disciplining when applicable or escalating to HR.
• Responsible to ensure all drivers are scheduled and work within their Hours of Service (HOS)
• Engages railroad to determine possible hub closure due to weather conditions and keeps dispatch informed
• Responsible for obtaining statements and pictures of all accident incidents and forwarding to Risk Department
• Direct employees that have been in accidents to approved facilities or providers for Work Comp injuries/claims and completes required documents
• Communicates with injured drivers to schedule return to work
• Reviews camera clips daily and provides coaching regarding performance captured in the reviews
• Conducts Job Fairs, interviews and hires for Drivers, Lead Drivers and PDS’
• Organizes and schedules all training facilities and materials
• Trains all newly hired employees for location
• Conducts day 1 of driver training
• Conducts ride-along evaluations
• Provide supervision of all positions in location
• Ensures all training documentation is completed and submitted to the appropriate department
• Mentor and coaches all positions within the location
• Responsible for disciplinary actions and terminations with staff and providing documentation timely to HR.
• Schedules and leads employee meetings
• Builds and manages all Professional Driver drive time schedules and days off
• Controls and submits all non-revenue payroll adjustments
• Update driver boards and keeps dispatch informed of changes
• Works directly with dispatch to cover road trips
• Fax all shift/MPV paperwork to appropriate department
• Works with railroad regarding reported Yard Safety issues
• Initiate approval from fleet for all vehicle repairs
• Responsible for scheduling and ensuring regular maintenance and repair of all vehicles in location
• Arranges transport of all vehicles for repairs and maintenance work
• Regularly inspects vehicles to ensure all documentation is current and present
• Performs and submits monthly safety vehicle inspections
• Distributes company communications as required
• Responsible for taking employee call-ins when drivers can’t work
• Maintain professional relationship with railroad personnel

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed