SUMMARY:
Directly supervises employees and activities in the Maintenance of Way Department
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the daytoday oversight of both the maintenance and repair activities surrounding the Maintenance of Way functions
- Interfaces with other departments to ensure efficient and organized operations of the railroad
- Manages and ensures department meets its track signal and capital projects service goals
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws
- Lead direct and manage the daytoday activities of the Regions M/W Department
- Responsible for the hourly technical craft employees as well as all supervisors in the M/W Department
- Interfaces with other departments to ensure efficient and organized operations of the railroad
- Responsible for filling vacancies ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures
- Responsible for enforcing compliance with safety procedures; use of PPE keeping required records
- Monitor and closely control all maintenance and other related costs associated with the Department
- Manage and ensure Department meets its track signal and capital projects service goals
- Responsibilities may include interviewing hiring and training employees; planning assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Demonstrated ability to selfmotivate; prioritize; promote safe work habits; manage budgetary constraints
- 5 years related experience in the rail industry
- Prior experience in a supervisory role
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:
- Associates Degree; 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Associates Degree in Engineering or related field a plus
- Valid drivers license required
- RWP and 219 Certified
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