Job Posting Title Plant Manager, Locomotive Maintenance & Repair

Marmon Holdings, Inc. • Longview, TX

5d • $110,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Railserve is hiring a dependable, safety-focused Plant Manager in Longview, Texas, to oversee all aspects of a locomotive maintenance and repair facility. The role is accountable for safety, quality, operational performance, financial results, customer satisfaction, and employee development. The Plant Manager leads maintenance personnel and support staff and ensures locomotives are maintained, repaired, and inspected in accordance with company standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulations.

Railserve is a provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada, including rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair. The company emphasizes safety, teamwork, operational excellence, employee development, and safety-focused technology. Compensation is $110,000–$130,000 and the position is bonus eligible.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• At least 7 years of experience in maintenance, repair, or operations management, preferably in transportation or industrial sectors.
• Proven leadership and team management experience, including performance management and employee development.
• Strong knowledge of locomotive or heavy equipment maintenance and repair practices.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations related to industrial or transportation facilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the transportation or industrial sectors.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily facility operations to ensure efficient workflow, productivity, and operational performance.
• Ensure repairs, maintenance tasks, and inspections are completed on time and meet quality standards and safety regulations.
• Implement and monitor operational procedures to improve facility efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate with other departments on operations, production targets, and resource allocation.
• Lead and manage technicians, engineers, and administrative staff.
• Oversee employee training, professional development, and certification requirements; provide coaching and performance evaluations.
• Set clear team objectives and foster effective communication and collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements, including OSHA, EPA, and applicable industry standards.
• Implement and enforce health and safety policies, conduct safety audits and inspections, and address identified hazards and risks.
• Maintain documentation and reports relating to safety incidents, inspections, and compliance activities.
• Monitor work quality and ensure maintenance and repairs meet customer requirements and applicable FRA, AAR, and other industry standards.
• Review inspection and maintenance records, resolve quality issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and manage the facility budget, control costs, optimize resources, and monitor expenses for staffing, parts, equipment, and supplies.
• Forecast and report financial performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and coordinate cost-effective procurement of parts and materials.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, repair, and inspection schedules to minimize downtime and maximize reliability.
• Coordinate with dispatch and scheduling teams to optimize locomotive availability and service intervals.
• Analyze maintenance data, anticipate repair needs, and monitor KPIs related to schedules, turnaround times, and equipment reliability.
• Serve as the primary stakeholder contact and align services with stakeholder needs and expectations.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers on parts and materials inventory, and negotiate with contractors and service providers for cost-effective, high-quality services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with top-tier providers.
• Health Savings Account and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Four weeks of paid parental leave.
• Paid time off and vacation benefits.
• 401(k) with a generous company match and additional annual employer contribution.
• Bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager