Roadmaster

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.•Deerfield, MA

4d•$106,000

About The Position

The Roadmaster directly supervises employees and activities in the Maintenance of Way Department. This position oversees the day-to-day maintenance and repair activities of the department and manages its hourly technical craft employees and supervisors. The Roadmaster works with other departments to support efficient railroad operations, manages track, signal, and capital-project service goals, and monitors related maintenance costs. The role also enforces safety procedures, including PPE use and required recordkeeping, and ensures vacancies are filled in accordance with corporate policies and procedures. Supervisory responsibilities are carried out in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. They may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. The listed salary is $106,000 plus bonus.

Requirements

Five years of related experience in the rail industry.
Prior experience in a supervisory role.
Demonstrated ability to self-motivate, prioritize, promote safe work habits, and manage budgetary constraints.
GED or high school diploma, with five years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in engineering or a related field.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day maintenance and repair activities in the Maintenance of Way Department.
Lead, direct, and manage the Region's day-to-day Maintenance of Way activities.
Supervise hourly technical craft employees and all supervisors in the Maintenance of Way Department.
Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient and organized railroad operations.
Manage the department's track, signal, and capital-project service goals.
Fill vacancies in compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
Enforce safety procedures, PPE use, and required recordkeeping.
Monitor and control maintenance and other related departmental costs.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
May interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; and address complaints and resolve problems.