The Role
Supervise and develop track maintenance crews to inspect, maintain, and repair track and right-of-way to CSX and FRA standards. Plan work, allocate resources, ensure safety compliance, manage inspection reporting (ITIS/GEMS), oversee derailment response, control budgetary factors, and coordinate with internal departments and public agencies.
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Job Summary
Inspects and maintains all 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 all aspects of safety and overall track inspection and maintenance in assigned area of responsibility on a division. Leads and manages the personal safety and track safety processes and ensures policy compliance.
Primary Activities and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
The CSX Leadership Model is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following: producing results, creating change, and inspiring excellence.
Job Requirements
At CSX, two of our six Guiding Principles are Valuing and Developing Employees as well as Operating Safely. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.
Inspects and maintains all 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 all aspects of safety and overall track inspection and maintenance in assigned area of responsibility on a division. Leads and manages the personal safety and track safety processes and ensures policy compliance.
Primary Activities and Responsibilities
- Manage safe and efficient work conditions.
- Efficiently plan work and allocate resources to ensure timely accomplishment of tasks
- Inspect production gang work and track construction projects to ensure quality compliance.
- Monitor track inspection periodically to ensure that all Federal and CSX requirements are being met by Track Inspectors.
- Ensure that any defects found by geometry cars and rail test cars are corrected by proper remedial action, within proper time frames using the CSX Integrated Track Inspection System (ITIS) and CSX Geometry Exceptions Management System (GEMS) for reporting and tracking work.Conduct efficiency and operational tests.
- Effectively communicate and build rapport across departments, sub-departments, and public agencies.
- Effectively utilize performance management and interpersonal skills to ensure timely feedback and coaching as required to maintain discipline and improve performance.
- Ensure compliance to budget with hiring, overtime, and materials procurement.
- Conduct engineering activities at major derailments and natural disasters.
- Conduct efficiency and operational tests.
- Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager
Minimum Qualifications
- Associates Degree/2-year Degree
- Less than 1 year of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1 or more years of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations
- Bachelor's Degree/4-year Degree
- 2 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 [e.g. 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
The CSX Leadership Model is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following: producing results, creating change, and inspiring excellence.
Job Requirements
- Different shifts as assigned in a 24 hour/7 days a week operation (incl working weekends)
- May be required to complete a background check
- Wear protective equipment (such as welding shields, hard hat, hearing protection)
- Work hours may vary in length and schedule (may include a non-standard work week)
- On the road as often as possible within assigned territory
CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the values and behaviors of ONE CSX. We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and engagement, as well as our support for veterans and reservists.
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Connect with us on Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube
Closing Statement
At CSX, two of our six Guiding Principles are Valuing and Developing Employees as well as Operating Safely. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.
CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Click here to view the EEO is Law poster.
CSX Transportation and its subsidiaries are not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at CSX via e-mail, Internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement in place with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of CSX. No placement fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.
This role offers an annual salary range based on experience and qualifications. In addition to base salary we provide an annual bonus opportunity.
At CSX, we prioritize valuing and developing employees, as well as operating safely. We are committed to offering our team members competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our benefits support financial, physical, emotional, and social well-being, with health plans, wellness programs, and customizable coverage options. Learn more about our benefits here.
Skills Required
- Associates Degree / 2-year Degree
- Less than 1 year of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations
- High School Diploma / GED (equivalent minimum)
- 1 or more years of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations (equivalent minimum)
- Bachelor's Degree / 4-year Degree
- 2 or more years of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations
- Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Engineering and construction knowledge
- Railroad industry knowledge and FRA regulatory standards
- Knowledge of basic track maintenance (CSX Engineering Field Manual, MWI)
- Knowledge of curve elevation design theory and string lining curves
- Knowledge of derailment investigations and track inspections
- Ability to work varying shifts including weekends and travel within assigned territory
- May be required to complete a background check
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The Company
What We Do
CSX Intermodal Terminals, Inc. provides and arranges for intermodal terminal services and trucking services to support CSX Transportation's intermodal business. The company operates a network of over 40 terminals across the eastern United States, facilitating the loading and unloading of containers and trailers from trains, while utilizing its own truck operations to provide the critical link between intermodal terminals and the customer.
