Terminal Manager - Railcar Repair

Road & Rail Services•Kalamazoo, MI

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Road & Rail Services is seeking an experienced, mechanically knowledgeable Terminal Manager to oversee daily railcar repair and maintenance operations. This position requires a hands-on leader who understands mechanical repairs, employee supervision, financial performance, and workplace safety. We are looking for someone who can manage an operation while also providing technical guidance and assisting employees when needed. Ideal candidates will have experience in diesel mechanics, heavy equipment maintenance, welding, industrial mechanical operations, or railcar repair, combined with proven leadership experience. If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, developing employees, and managing a productive operation, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

Previous supervisory or management experience overseeing at least five employees.
Experience managing budgets, operational expenses, or P&L responsibilities.
Strong mechanical background in diesel repair, heavy equipment, industrial maintenance, or railcar repair.
Knowledge of welding, fabrication, and mechanical troubleshooting.
Ability to provide hands-on technical guidance to maintenance employees.
Experience managing employee performance, attendance, and accountability.
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and make operational decisions.
Valid driver's license when required to operate company equipment.
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous railroad or railcar repair experience.
Experience supervising mechanical repair or welding crews.
Background in transportation, intermodal operations, or industrial maintenance.
Familiarity with FRA regulations and railroad repair standards.

Responsibilities

Direct daily railcar inspection, repair, welding, and mechanical maintenance activities.
Oversee workflow, productivity, equipment utilization, and repair quality.
Provide hands-on mechanical troubleshooting and technical assistance when needed.
Coordinate staffing, equipment, materials, and resources to meet operational demands.
Ensure repairs meet applicable railroad industry and customer requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
Supervise, train, and develop mechanical and railcar repair employees.
Assign daily responsibilities and establish clear performance expectations.
Manage attendance, productivity, employee conduct, and disciplinary matters.
Conduct safety meetings and ensure employees follow established work procedures.
Address employee concerns and maintain a productive, professional work environment.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Manage operational expenses, labor costs, budgets, and profit and loss (P&L) performance.
Monitor productivity and financial goals, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, FRA, and DOT regulations.
Enforce company safety policies, customer requirements, and site-specific procedures.
Maintain employee training records and support workplace safety inspections.
Communicate operational results, challenges, and staffing needs to senior leadership.