Terminal Manager Railcar Repair

Road & Rail Services•Loudon, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Road & Rail Services is seeking an experienced, hands-on Terminal Manager to oversee railcar repair operations in Loudon, Tennessee. This position combines employee leadership, mechanical knowledge, safety compliance, customer service, and financial responsibility. The Terminal Manager will direct the daily work of the repair team while ensuring assignments are completed safely, accurately, and according to customer specifications. This is not a strictly office-based management position. The successful candidate must be comfortable working alongside employees in an outdoor industrial environment, inspecting repair work, addressing equipment concerns, and providing operational support when needed. Candidates with experience in diesel repair, heavy-equipment maintenance, welding, railcar repair, transportation, intermodal operations, or railroad services are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Previous experience supervising at least five employees
Experience with budgets, operating expenses, or P&L responsibility
Diesel, heavy-equipment, or industrial mechanical experience
Welding experience or a strong working knowledge of welding processes
Ability to lead independently and make sound operational decisions
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Valid state-issued driver's license when operating company vehicles or equipment
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation or respond to operational needs after hours

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in railcar repair, railroad maintenance, transportation, intermodal operations, fleet maintenance, or terminal management is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily railcar inspection, maintenance, welding, and repair activities
Supervise, coach, schedule, and develop a team of five or more employees
Assign work and monitor labor, equipment, materials, quality, and productivity
Ensure employees receive proper training on job duties, work instructions, safety requirements, and site procedures
Maintain compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, FRA, and DOT regulations
Enforce company, customer, and facility safety policies
Verify that work meets customer requirements, quality procedures, and site standard operating procedures
Monitor site performance against financial, productivity, and service goals
Manage operating expenses and support budget and profit-and-loss objectives
Identify performance gaps and develop appropriate corrective actions
Inspect completed work and address mechanical, welding, or quality concerns
Maintain accurate safety, training, inspection, production, and repair documentation
Communicate with customers, employees, vendors, and company leadership
Respond to operational issues outside regular hours when required
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment