Roadmaster - FCR

BROE Group and it's managed affiliates

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About The Position

The Roadmaster plans all track-related activities including, but not limited to: working with railroad management to define priorities, establish performance expectations, performance metrics and measurements, and evaluate performance to plan, and the improvement of overall activities for the Maintenance of Way (MOW) department. Ensures safe completion of work activities to meet customer expectations and company standards and objectives. The Roadmaster demonstrates and adheres to the company values of: safety, honesty, ownership, respect and teamwork to ensure successful partnerships with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX’s continued success.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3+ years of job related work experience
• Understand interdepartmental railroad operations
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, right-of-way maps and construction plans
• Write legibly to complete reports and other company documents
• Thorough understanding of Track Safety Standards and document items of non-compliance
• Knowledge of contracts and contract management
• Read and comprehend published rules, procedure and manuals, government regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, memos, and other work-related information
• Excellent oral and written communications skills; effectively communicate with all level of employees and business associates in a clear, concise, and professional manner
• Advanced problem solving and troubleshooting skills to react to emergencies and unplanned events in a calm, efficient, and effective manner
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office; learn and use track inspection data management software
• Professional integrity and accountability
• Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Valid State Driver’s License - CDL (or attain one within 90 days); pass medical certification and Drivers Qualification File, pass DOT Drug & Alcohol testing
• Qualified on FRA Title 49 Part 213 and Part 214

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in Rail Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics, Manufacturing and/or Oil & Gas industries

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation, and the FRA
• Move trains safely in the yards and over roads
• Manipulate throttle and brake controls; interprets gauges and controls
• Operate valves and switches both inside and outside of the cab, including applying and releasing handbrakes
• Operate track switches, inspect equipment on cars and use radio communications to control train movement
• Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars: including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses
• Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety
• Review instructions from Trainmaster and discuss with train crew
• Coordinate execution of railcar switch list
• Communicate with other parties in the yard using proper hand signals and/or radio communication protocol
• Adhere to directions from conductors and brakemen
• Conduct the movement of rail cars and train movements; signal crew member(s) for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand and flag signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, and back-up or set and release air brakes
• Observe, interpret, and relay arm, lantern, or radio signals and all other indications affecting movement of a train
• Operate track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties
• Read and understand the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material
• Prepare required daily reports, switch lists (manually or with a computer), and fill out forms including train orders
• Inspect the condition of the train and equipment in movement and while stationary
• May couple air and electrical connections between locomotives when making up trains
• Judge speed and distance of moving objects or parts
• Recall information required from work activity
• Report to work as called on a 24-hour schedule
• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear required protective equipment such as: hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots or safety glasses
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift work
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned
• May include supervisory duties

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees