Track Foreman/Supervisor

RL Recruiting • Kennett Square, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

A Railroad Track Foreman supervises maintenance-of-way (MOW) crews in the construction, repair, and inspection of railway tracks and infrastructure. They enforce safety regulations, assign daily tasks, and maintain accurate production and administrative records.

Requirements

• Typically requires a minimum of 2–4 years of progressive experience in railway track maintenance, construction, or a related role.
• Many positions require or prefer valid Track Inspection Guidelines certification and specialized heavy machinery/hi-rail vehicle licenses.
• Expert understanding of track engineering, occupational hazards, and engineering plans.
• Must be capable of walking several miles daily on uneven surfaces, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working outdoors in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Directs day-to-day work assignments for track crews, conducts mandatory daily safety briefings, and trains new workers.
• Ensures all work strictly complies with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, OSHA guidelines, and railway operating rules.
• Conducts routine inspections on assigned territories to identify track defects (e.g., in rails, ties, ballast, or drainage) and coordinates necessary repairs.
• Manages equipment, heavy machinery, and materials, coordinating with project managers and other departments to minimize disruption to train schedules.
• Documents daily tasks, tracks employee timesheets, compiles production logs, and updates project files.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed