Sr Mechanical Manager

CSX • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Lead and direct servicing, repair, inspection, and preventative maintenance of railcars, locomotives, and equipment within the terminal and on line-of-road, with 24/7 responsibility. Manage safety, quality, production, and continuous-improvement practices, ensuring work follows CSX Transportation safety rules and complies with Association of American Railroads and Federal Railroad Administration regulations. Serve a primary role in operational budgeting, develop and coach managers and union employees, and manage conflict resolution as needed. Oversee all shop functions and perform any task or assignment in the absence of the Terminal Supt-Mechanical.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience in Mechanical Operations, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Business/Strategic Management, skilled trades (building/construction, electrical, mechanical), or the military.
• Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical concepts.
• Knowledge of FRA and AAR regulatory standards.
• Knowledge of financial concepts.
• Leadership skills.
• Ability to work different shifts in a 24-hour, 7-day operation, including weekends.
• Ability to work rotating on-call responsibilities that may fall outside standard hours.
• Ability to work with equipment that intensifies the heat factor and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or 4-year degree.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience in Mechanical Operations, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Business/Strategic Management, skilled trades (building/construction, electrical, mechanical), or the military.

Responsibilities

• Execute and communicate the department and safety-committee safety plan.
• Facilitate thorough safety and job briefings to promote safe practices and proper procedures.
• Conduct safety observations and operational/efficiency tests to ensure compliance with applicable FRA rules and regulations and CSX Mechanical operating standards.
• Identify, control, and communicate hazards and safety issues within the shop and yard, escalating them for resolution as necessary.
• Manage the quality of service, repair, inspection, and preventative maintenance of cars and locomotives in the train yard and on line-of-road, ensuring work meets CSXT, FRA, and AAR standards.
• Coach, develop, and train employees to achieve desired results.
• Delegate and monitor daily shop and yard strategies.
• Forecast staffing, personnel schedules, and material requirements to meet business objectives.
• Manage manpower and facility-resource utilization efficiently and effectively.
• Perform other activities and responsibilities as assigned by the manager.
• Oversee shop functions and carry out tasks or assignments in the absence of the Terminal Supt-Mechanical.
• Contribute to operational budgeting and manage conflict resolution as needed.

What This Job Offers

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