Job Description

Description

Responsible for ensuring the safe operation of trains over a specifically challenging territory by overseeing the inspection, compliance, maintenance, safety, and repair of track. This position leads and manages the night activities for appropriate maintenance and inspection of track to meet the requirements of the FRA and UPRR standards. This position will cover all operations on the high speed rail lines between St. Louis MO and Joliet IL.

Supervise the repair and inspection of railroad track to ensure the safe movement of trains along the Union Pacific rail system.

Accountabilities

Inspect main line, yard and siding railroad tracks, switches and other facilities to ensure compliance with Union Pacific and Federal Railroad Association (FRA) standards
Supervise the repair of railroad track to restore safe movement of trains
Respond to emergency calls as necessary
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, contractors and/or customers and effectively handle conflict situations
Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

Qualifications

Required

Ability to speak English in a clear, concise manner to communicate with coworker(s) and supervisor(s)
Valid driver's license
Ability to read and understand all instructions including operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents
Proficient verbal communication skills
Current Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) 213.7 Parts A, B, and C qualifications
Able to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations

Preferred

3 years experience working in Railroad Maintenance of Way
1 year experience as a track foreman

Work Conditions

Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
Work at various heights
Willingness to work outside regardless of weather conditions
Apply only to those locations where you are prepared to live and work
This job is governed by the American Railway and Airway Supervisors Association's (ARASA) Collective Bargaining Agreement, however, you will not receive a seniority date or have seniority rights
Must be available to work 7 days a week 24 hours a day
Agree to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection where the company requires
18 years of age or older
This job is governed by the American Railway and Airway Supervisors Association's (ARASA) Collective Bargaining Agreement, however, you will not receive a seniority date or have seniority rights
Must be willing and able to work around large equipment such as railcars, locomotives and cranes
To the extent required by federal law and/or collective bargaining agreement, membership to the respective labor union is required. The union agreement dictates the pay rate and cannot be individually negotiated. Monthly dues are the responsibility of the employee.