Lead Man
About The Position
COMPANY: Harbor Rail Services has been in the railroad business for 35 years, operating 50 locations nationwide, and is a leading provider of railcar maintenance and repair services. The company is committed to the training and development of its employees, offering competitive compensation, benefits packages, and growth opportunities. Safety is the first priority, supported by strong leadership and rigorous safety standards. POSITION: Lead REPORTS TO: Location Supervisor/Manager JOB TYPE: Full-Time JOB SUMMARY: The Lead position helps oversee daily operations within the railyard, coordinating team efforts to maintain railcar integrity, safety, and adherence to timelines. Responsibilities include: Perform repairs and maintenance to all types of railcars Help manage workflow and assign tasks to team members as needed Ensuring team compliance with safety and operational standards Participate in all team meetings Monitoring progress and providing guidance to team members Communicating with supervisors and team members regarding goals and obstacles
Requirements
- Must meet all physical requirements and be able to follow directions.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior experience in railcar inspection, maintenance, or a related field preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- Basic analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to solve problems.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English fluently and professionally.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Must be on feet 66%-100% of the time
- Frequent need to perform physical activities such as bending, stooping, climbing, and lifting up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions for extended periods of time.
- Constantly observe areas that need attention/correction.
- Ability to differentiate common railroad signaling colors (red, green, yellow, and blue).
- Essential: Must be able to hear clearly and accurately to receive verbal instructions and to maintain awareness of surroundings, ensuring safety in an active railyard environment.
- Constant need to verbally communicate with staff, partners, and vendors.
- Lifting/Carrying 25-75 lbs. occasionally (1%-50% of the time)
- Assistance available for lifting over 50 lbs.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in railcar maintenance and leadership
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to troubleshoot and make decisions
- Primarily outdoors (66%-100% of the time)
- Exposure to loud noises, dust, and weather elements
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in railcar inspection, maintenance, or a related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform repairs and maintenance to all types of railcars
- Help manage workflow and assign tasks to team members as needed
- Ensuring team compliance with safety and operational standards
- Participate in all team meetings
- Monitoring progress and providing guidance to team members
- Communicating with supervisors and team members regarding goals and obstacles
- Help oversee the day-to-day activities of the railcar maintenance team
- Train new team members and provide ongoing coaching
- Perform quality checks to ensure work meets AAR and company standards
- Conduct safety checks and participate in safety meetings
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of daily operations
- Coordinate with supervisors to optimize efficiency and resource allocation
- Assist in special projects as assigned
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
