Supervisor, Signals - 3+ Years Signal Maintenance or Signal Construction required!

Genesee & Wyoming Inc.•Roseburg, OR

About The Position

The Signal Supervisor plans, coordinates, and guides teams responsible for repairing, inspecting, and installing railroad signal, communication, and traffic-control systems. The role combines technical expertise with leadership to support safe, compliant, and reliable rail operations. The supervisor oversees signal and crossing-system maintenance and installation, assigns work, manages schedules and materials, provides troubleshooting support, investigates accidents, and manages projects. The position also includes quality testing, regulatory recordkeeping, employee training, and providing inspection coverage when needed. Work takes place outdoors in all weather and within a 24/7 operating environment, with a varying schedule that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call duty.

Requirements

At least 3 years of signal maintenance or signal construction experience, as stated in the job title.
High school diploma or GED plus an associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in an electrical field; or a high school diploma or GED and 5 or more years of signal-maintenance and signal-construction experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Thorough working knowledge of FRA regulations governing railroad signal and train-control systems.
Knowledge of wayside and crossing detection and control systems and signal-related apparatus, such as ABS, CTC, searchlight and color-light signals, hot box detectors, interlockers, AEI readers, GCP3000+, MS4000, XP4, PMD-3, and GCP4000/5000.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, applications, and reporting.
Ability to complete written forms and reports.
Ability to read and interpret documents, including safety rules, manuals, and regulations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and mathematical abilities, including data collection and analysis, statistics, geometry, and trigonometry.
Able to meet pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review requirements; may be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment drug screening.
Subject to background screening, including criminal and motor vehicle driving history.
Must live within 50 miles of the assigned location or be willing to relocate.

Nice To Haves

CDL, or ability to obtain one if required.
Relocation assistance may be offered.

Responsibilities

Supervise inspection, testing, and maintenance of crossing and train-control systems in compliance with FRA regulations, MUTCD, and G&W procedures.
Oversee installation of signal and highway traffic-control equipment in accordance with regulations, design plans, and company standards and policies.
Plan work assignments, manage schedules, and ensure required materials are available.
Provide technical support to troubleshoot and restore crossing and train-control devices to service.
Investigate accidents and issue restorative work orders.
Perform quality-control and functionality testing of crossing and signal systems to ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
Maintain and audit records of tests, inspections, and repairs for compliance with company, state, and federal regulations.
Provide inspection coverage for open positions and signal maintainer vacations as needed to maintain regulatory compliance.
Train employees in operating practices under federal regulations and company policies, and address issues and problems as they arise.
Manage projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and telehealth coverage.
Life insurance.
Optional accident, critical illness, hospital, identity theft, and life insurance coverages.
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account plans.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k) retirement plan.
On-the-job training.
Paid time off.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.