Senior Road Foreman, Engines

Nj Transit • Newark, NJ

6h

About The Position

The Senior Road Foreman Engines oversees and coordinates locomotive and railroad-engine maintenance and repair, supervising engine mechanics and technicians to ensure engines are properly maintained and meet safety standards. The role develops maintenance plans, schedules repairs, monitors maintenance activities, provides technical guidance, troubleshoots engine problems, and implements corrective actions. It also works with other departments and stakeholders to support efficient and reliable railroad engine operations.

In train operations, the role supervises Engineers and Assistant Engineers, monitors crew schedules and equipment cycles, and adjusts operations in response to service disruptions and schedule changes. It oversees daily operations on an assigned line, qualification and performance of operating staff, and locomotive inspections. The position also investigates accidents and unusual occurrences, documents findings, takes corrective action, and promotes compliance with safety rules and a clean, safe work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Seven years of progressive experience in railroad operations, including passenger service as a qualified locomotive engineer and experience in a supervisory or lead role.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods when responding to service disruptions.

Nice To Haves

• Formal post-high-school education is desirable; each year may be applied toward a year of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Engineers and Assistant Engineers in train operations in accordance with NJ TRANSIT, FRA, and NORAC rules and regulations to support safe, on-time, efficient train movement.
• Monitor crew schedules and equipment cycles and ensure their efficient and timely implementation.
• Respond to service disruptions, including making changes to crew and equipment cycles as they affect posted schedules.
• Monitor daily operations on an assigned line and make operating adjustments as needed to support safe, reliable, on-time service.
• Oversee qualification of Engineers and Assistant Engineers on equipment, air brakes, physical characteristics, train handling, and operating rules.
• Monitor operating staff performance by riding trains, observing, and instructing.
• Oversee locomotive inspections from an operational standpoint to ensure locomotives are in safe operating condition.
• Investigate and document accidents and unusual occurrences, determine causes, and take corrective action to prevent similar incidents.
• Observe, correct, and train subordinates to ensure compliance with safety rules, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor the work environment for cleanliness and safety hazards and take corrective action.
• Oversee and coordinate locomotive and railroad-engine maintenance and repair, including developing maintenance plans, scheduling repairs, and monitoring maintenance activities.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance, troubleshoot engine problems, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to support efficient and reliable engine operations.

Benefits

• Wage progression
• Comprehensive family health insurance, including prescription, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid leave and paid time off, including personal, sick, and vacation days
• 401(a) retirement plan with up to 5% match
• 457 deferred savings plan
• U.S. Railroad Retirement Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED