Assistant General Foreman Loco Kansas City, KS
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Job Location:
Kansas City, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.
Job Location:Kansas City
Other Potential Locations:Kansas City KS
Anticipated Start Date:12/16/2025
Number of Positions:1
Salary Range:102800
Who we are and what we do
Do you want to be a part of something that really matters Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety service and who take pride in delivering the nations freight. Together we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local national and global economies. The BNSF rail network is one of the largest freight railroads spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces.
What we believe
At BNSF our Vision and Values drive who we are not only in our words but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and members of the BNSF community our employees are entitled to:
- be treated with dignity and respect.
- have equal access to tools resources training and development opportunities.
- have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.
We model the way through our leadership our BNSF Diversity Councils our diverse Business Resource Groups our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through diversity and inclusion training programs. Its through our actions that we create an inclusive open and collaborative workplace that truly encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.
-BNSFDUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Directly supervise and motivate Foremen and union personnel to safety and efficiently accomplish and carry out directives of management in the inspection maintenance and repair of freight cars and locomotives.
- Coordinate car and locomotive maintenance repair troubleshooting material requirements scheduling of manpower vacations facility service support and maintenance of physical plant through manual and computerized systems and reports.
- Train develop audit and evaluate workforce.
- Champion continuous improvement in safety cost productivity and quality.
- Shift weekend and holiday work may be required to meet business and customer needs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Capability to work in a shop or field environment climb ladders and walk on uneven surfaces safely.
- Must have at least three years of leadership experience or work experience supervising 15 or more employees in a fast-paced operations environment.
- Must have an understanding of how to perform shop management administrative duties.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills effective oral and written communication skills managerial and leadership ability.
- Computer literacy and basic accounting skills are required.
- Must be able to effectively use BNSF generated management reports to manage labor and material within budget constraints.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or related technical field
- Five years Mechanical Department experience with a minimum of three years experience as a first line supervisor
- Comprehensive knowledge of locomotive and/or freight car maintenance practices including American Association of Railroads (AAR) Federal Railroad Association (FRA) equipment repair regulations and BNSF Policies and Procedures.
- Experience as a skilled trades craftsperson
- Knowledge of BNSF equipment repair standards
- Knowledge of railroad mechanical craft union agreements
- Three years of experience with financial applications and budget management
- Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft desktop applications including Excel Word and Power Point
- Knowledge of company operations relative to the Mechanical Department.
- Must have basic knowledge of HAZMAT response and containment procedures.
RELOCATION: Relocation assistance may be provided for this position.
TRAVEL: Some travel may be necessary for this position.
BENEFITS
BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including but not limited to
- Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) Plan
- Railroad Retirement
- Life Insurance
- Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS
- Criminal history
- Last 7 years of driving history
- Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
- Social Security number
- Education
- Medical evaluation
- Drug Screen
- Other elements as needed
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Key Skills
- Tree Trimming
- Algebra
- Construction Experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Project Leadership
- Commercial Driving
- Paving
- OSHA
- Calculus
- Geometry
- Concrete Forming
- Supervising Experience
About Company
BNSF operates one of the largest freight railroad networks in North America, with 32,500 miles of rail across the western two-thirds of the United States.
