CRAFT ASSISTANT FOREMAN

RailWorks•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Foreman and Superintendent, the Craft Assistant Foreman assists in 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. 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.

Requirements

A minimum of 1 years related experience in the construction industry
Knowledge of all aspects of track construction and maintenance
Ability to read and understand project specific documents including schedules, standard railway plans and specifications
Ability to understand and efficiently carry out instructions
Ability to supervise the work of others and clearly communicate instructions to crew
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work being performed
Strong client relation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Embrace our safety culture and adhering to industry and company policies and procedures
Repair and/or replace turnout components as needed, such as switch points, frogs, plates etc.
Repair and/or replace track components as needed, such as rail, ties, plates, spikes, timber crossings etc.
Observes conditions of track, track beds, and track right-of-way to detect, report and repair problems or defects
Responsibly operates company vehicles and/or equipment and ensures all daily maintenance and inspections of the units are completed
Performs special duties as assigned by the Track Maintenance Foreman
Performs any administrative duties related to proper documentation as per PNR Quality Management System
Supports the Track Maintenance Foreman to ensure that proper resources are in place for the timely completion of work, including labor, tools, equipment, and material
Maintains a dedication to safety at all times 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
Trains and motivates workers.