Track Supervisor

CSX•Hagerstown, MD

About The Position

Inspects and maintains track structure and right-of-way (ROW) to specifications set by CSX Transportation (CSXT) and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Directly supervises and develops track forces to ensure quality maintenance and safe work performance. Monitors safety, track inspection, and maintenance throughout an assigned division area, and leads personal and track safety processes to ensure policy compliance. The position works different shifts in a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week operation and is on the road within its assigned territory as often as possible.

Requirements

Minimum qualification: Associate degree or two-year degree and less than one year of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations; alternatively, a high school diploma/GED and at least one year of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations.
Microsoft Office skills, especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of engineering and construction.
Knowledge of the railroad industry.
Knowledge of FRA regulatory standards.
Knowledge of basic track maintenance, including the CSX Engineering Field Manual and Maintenance of Way Instructions (MWI).
Knowledge of curve elevation design theory and string lining curves.
Knowledge of derailment investigations.
Knowledge of track inspections.
Leadership capabilities aligned with producing results, creating change, and inspiring excellence.
Ability to work different shifts in a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week operation, including weekends.
May be required to complete a background check.
Ability to wear protective equipment such as welding shields, a hard hat, and hearing protection.
Ability to work hours that vary in length and schedule, potentially including a non-standard work week.
Ability to travel on the road within the assigned territory as often as possible.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or four-year degree.
At least two years of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations.

Responsibilities

Manage safe and efficient work conditions.
Plan work and allocate resources to complete tasks 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 the CSX Integrated Track Inspection System (ITIS) and CSX Geometry Exceptions Management System (GEMS) to report and track work.
Conduct efficiency and operational tests.
Communicate effectively 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 for hiring, overtime, and materials procurement.
Conduct engineering activities at major derailments and natural disasters.
Complete other activities and responsibilities as assigned by the manager.