Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation (SPRING) LLC
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Railroad Roadmaster
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The Role
The Roadmaster supervises track maintenance, plans maintenance programs, manages budgets, instructs workforce on safety, negotiates equipment pricing, and oversees Maintenance of Way employees.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are looking to add a full time Roadmaster to our 340 mile shortline railroad in Columbus, NE.
Responsibilities
- Supervises all track and structure Maintenance on railroad.
- Responsible for Planning and implementation of maintenance programs and capital projects.
- Manages Maintenance and Capital Programs to ensure Safety, Productivity, Quality and adherence to Budgets
- Instructs work force on safety compliance and mandated programs.
- Negotiates pricing for equipment and materials.
- Purchases needed materials for Maintenance of Way projects.
- Participates in week end duty assignments.
- Supervision of Maintenance of Way employees to include training, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, and resolving problems, overseeing work done by outside contractors.
- Responsibilities include handling railcar movement clearances.
- Recommends persons for hiring and recommends discipline for Maintenance of Way employees.
- Assists with the annual business plan and projection of anticipated expenses.
Qualifications
- Preferred Minimum 15 years experience in railroad track maintenance and construction.
- Preferred Minimum 5 years supervisory experience.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of Railroad maintenance and construction practices.
- Proven Track Record in providing leadership and results in Safety.
- Thorough knowledge of FRA practices and standards, including Roadway Worker Safety Regulations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills required. Must be able to work effectively with all levels of Municipal and State Governments.
- Must become qualified on the General Code of Operating Rules.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Skills Required
- Minimum 15 years experience in railroad track maintenance and construction
- Minimum 5 years supervisory experience
- Thorough knowledge of railroad maintenance and construction practices
- Thorough knowledge of FRA practices and standards
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Valid driver's license
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The Company
What We Do
SPRING (Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation) is a specialized recruiting and retention agency serving the rail industry. They act as a communication bridge between employers and candidates, helping railroads, suppliers, and contractors address workforce needs through full-cycle recruiting, custom mentorship programs, and training. Their mission is to inspire talent to join and remain in the rail industry, sustaining rail heritage and knowledge as the industry grows.
