Mechanical Supervisor - Railcar Maintenance & Compliance

R.J. Corman Railroad Group•Lexington, KY

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in repair and maintenance of railroad railcars and passenger cars. Reads management and railcar alert reports of railcar problems or malfunctions to determine repairs to be made. Assigns duties to workers based on worker abilities and nature of required repairs. Observes progress of work to ensure adherence to prescribed procedures and adherence to company and governmental standards. Directs workers to perform preventive maintenance of railcar components, such as wheelsets, side frames and bolsters, lading, and air brakes. Monitors stock of replacement parts to detect shortages of parts needed for future repair and maintenance, and requisitions needed parts. Examines shop equipment, such as welding machines and ASCTD’s, to verify that equipment meets safety and performance standards. Patrols work sites to observe methods, to inspect safety equipment, and to ensure compliance with company, AAR, and governmental regulations. Monitors safety, quality and production performance in shop, terminal and outline points. Works with the Operations team to develop plans to ensure the operational needs are met. Routinely audits railcar billing and inspects equipment on regular bases to ensure compliance. Assist in troubleshooting and repairing railcars and equipment as needed. Coach and train mechanical employees on safe and productive work procedures. Responsible for keeping track of employee time associated with hourly shop budgets. Responsible for maintaining shop expense budget along with yearly capital request. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

5-10 years of experience as railcar, diesel, automotive or aircraft mechanic or technical Certifications required.
Mechanical Aptitude, must understand and apply mechanical principles, make judgments regarding defects for repairs and replacement.
Knowledge of Railcar components required.
Experienced in FRA & AAR inspections required.
Knowledge of power and hydraulic tools.
Welding and oxygen/acetylene torching experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulations.
Knowledge of federal railroad regulations.
Must be able to read and understand service and parts manuals.
Prior management experience required.
Must have a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in repair and maintenance of railroad railcars and passenger cars.
Reads management and railcar alert reports of railcar problems or malfunctions to determine repairs to be made.
Assigns duties to workers based on worker abilities and nature of required repairs.
Observes progress of work to ensure adherence to prescribed procedures and adherence to company and governmental standards.
Directs workers to perform preventive maintenance of railcar components, such as wheelsets, side frames and bolsters, lading, and air brakes.
Monitors stock of replacement parts to detect shortages of parts needed for future repair and maintenance, and requisitions needed parts.
Examines shop equipment, such as welding machines and ASCTD’s, to verify that equipment meets safety and performance standards.
Patrols work sites to observe methods, to inspect safety equipment, and to ensure compliance with company, AAR, and governmental regulations.
Monitors safety, quality and production performance in shop, terminal and outline points.
Works with the Operations team to develop plans to ensure the operational needs are met.
Routinely audits railcar billing and inspects equipment on regular bases to ensure compliance.
Assist in troubleshooting and repairing railcars and equipment as needed.
Coach and train mechanical employees on safe and productive work procedures.
Responsible for keeping track of employee time associated with hourly shop budgets.
Responsible for maintaining shop expense budget along with yearly capital request.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary identity theft protection
Flexible spending account benefits
Paid maternity leave
8 paid holidays
Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
Employee Assistance Program
401K retirement savings plan
Work boot allowance
Employee referral program
Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train