Track Supervisor

CSX Transportation • Hagerstown, MD

3d • $105,000 - $116,200

About The Position

The Track Supervisor inspects and maintains track structure and right-of-way to CSX Transportation and Federal Railroad Administration specifications. The role directly supervises and develops track forces, overseeing quality maintenance, safe work performance, and compliance with personal safety and track safety policies. The supervisor monitors track inspection and maintenance throughout an assigned division area, plans and allocates work resources, and ensures corrective action on track defects. The role also supports engineering activities during major derailments and natural disasters and may travel extensively within the assigned territory.

Requirements

• Associate degree or two-year degree and less than one year of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and one or more years of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations.
• Microsoft Office skills, especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Engineering and construction knowledge.
• Railroad industry knowledge.
• Knowledge of FRA regulatory standards.
• Knowledge of basic track maintenance, including the CSX Engineering Field Manual and Maintenance of Way Instructions.
• Knowledge of curve elevation design theory and string lining curves.
• Knowledge of derailment investigations.
• Knowledge of track inspections.
• Work different shifts as assigned in a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week operation, including weekends.
• May be required to complete a background check.
• Wear protective equipment such as welding shields, a hard hat, and hearing protection.
• Work hours and schedules may vary in length and may include a non-standard work week.
• Be on the road as often as possible within the assigned territory.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or four-year degree.
• Two or more years of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage safe and efficient work conditions.
• Plan work and allocate resources to ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Inspect production gang work and track construction projects for quality compliance.
• Periodically monitor track inspections to ensure Track Inspectors meet Federal and CSX requirements.
• Ensure defects identified by geometry cars and rail test cars receive appropriate remedial action within required time frames; use ITIS and GEMS to report and track work.
• Conduct efficiency and operational tests.
• Communicate and build rapport across departments, sub-departments, and public agencies.
• Use performance management and interpersonal skills to provide timely feedback and coaching, maintain discipline, and improve performance.
• Ensure budget compliance in hiring, overtime, and materials procurement.
• Conduct engineering activities at major derailments and natural disasters.
• Perform other activities and responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree