Sr Mechanical Manager

CSX Transportation • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Lead and direct the execution of servicing, repair, inspection, and preventive maintenance of railcars, locomotives, and equipment within the terminal and on line-of-road, with 24/7 responsibility. Manage best practices in safety, quality, and production and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Ensure work is performed safely according to CSX Transportation (CSXT) safety rules and complies with Association of American Railroads (AAR) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations. Serve a primary role in operational budgeting, develop and coach managers and union employees, and manage conflict resolution as necessary. Oversee all shop functions, including executing tasks or assignments in the absence of the Terminal Superintendent-Mechanical.

The role works different shifts as assigned in a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week operation, including weekends, and includes rotating on-call responsibilities that may fall outside standard hours. Work involves equipment that intensifies heat and may be performed outdoors in all weather conditions.

CSX offers an annual salary range based on experience and qualifications, an annual bonus opportunity, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for development and growth.

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, or mechanical), or the Military.
• Microsoft Office skills.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical concepts.
• Knowledge of FRA and AAR regulatory standards.
• Knowledge of financial concepts.
• Ability to work different shifts as assigned in a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week operation, including weekends.
• Ability to fulfill rotating on-call responsibilities, which may occur 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 four-year degree.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience in Mechanical Operations, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Business/Strategic Management, Skilled Trades (building/construction, electrical, or mechanical), or the Military.

Responsibilities

• Execute and communicate the safety plan outlined by the department and safety committees.
• Facilitate thorough safety and job briefings to promote safe practices and proper procedures for assigned tasks.
• Conduct safety observations and operational/efficiency tests to ensure compliance with applicable FRA rules and regulations and CSX Mechanical operating standards.
• Eliminate, control, and communicate hazards and safety issues within the shop and yard, elevating them for resolution as necessary.
• Manage the quality of service, repair, inspection, and preventive maintenance of cars and locomotives in the train yard and on line-of-road, ensuring required work meets CSXT, FRA, and AAR standards.
• Coach, develop, and train others to achieve desired results.
• Delegate and monitor daily shop and yard strategies.
• Forecast staffing, personnel scheduling, 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 all shop functions and execute tasks or assignments in the absence of the Terminal Superintendent-Mechanical.
• Contribute to operational budgeting and manage conflict resolution as necessary.

Benefits

• Annual bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive benefits package with health plans, wellness programs, and customizable coverage options.
• Development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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