CSX Corporation

Mechanical Supervisor

Posted on: 20 Mar 2021

Avon, IN

Job Description

Description
Job Summary
Lead and direct the execution of servicing, repair, inspection and preventative maintenance of railcars, locomotives, and equipment within the terminal and on line-of-road with 24/7 responsibility. Effectively implements best practices in safety, quality, and production, and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement within assigned area of responsibility. Ensure work is performed safely according to CSX Transportation (CSXT) safety rules and is compliant with Association of American Railroads (AAR) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations. Manages self and others assertively. Handles conflict and solves problems as they occur. Encourage others to work cooperatively.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

* Execute and communication the safety plan outlined by the department and safety committees.
* Facilitate thorough safety and job briefings to promote safe practices and proper procedures for completing assigned tasks.
* Conduct safety observations and operational/efficiency test to ensure compliance with applicable FRA rules and regulations and adherence to CSX Mechanical operating standards.
* Eliminate, control, and communicate hazards and safety issues within the shop and yard, elevating for resolution as necessary.
* Manage the quality of service, repair, inspection, and preventative maintenance of cars and locomotives in the train yard, and line-of-road ensuring that required work is performed to meet CSXT, FRA, and AAR standards.
* Coach, develop, and train others to achieve desired results. Assume role of the Asst. Terminal Supt-Mechanical in their absence.
* Develop and prioritize daily shop and yard strategies.
* Forecast staffing, scheduling of personnel, and material requirements to meet business objectives.
* Manage manpower and facility resources utilization efficiently and effectively.
* Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

* Associates Degree/2-year Degree
* 1 or more years of supervisory experience in Mechanical Operations, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Business/Strategic Management, Skilled Trades (building/construction, electrical, mechanical), or the Military

Equivalent Minimum Qualifications

* High School Diploma/GED
* 3 or more years of supervisory experience in Mechanical Operations, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Business/Strategic Management, Skilled Trades (building/construction, electrical, mechanical), or the Military

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor%27s Degree/4-year Degree
* 5 or more years of supervisory experience in Mechanical Operations, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Business/Strategic Management, Skilled Trades (building/construction, electrical, mechanical), or the Military
* Journeyman Mechanic

Knowledge and Skills

* Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Association of American Railroads (AAR) Regulatory Standards
* Microsoft Office skills
* Basic mechanical concepts
* FRA and AAR regulatory standards
* Implement work within designated budget and operational parameters
* Develop and coach others with accountability for the safety and performance of others

Leadership
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)
* Hours which include rotating on-call responsibilities which may be outside standard hours
* Work with equipment that intensifies the heat factor
* Work outside in all weather conditions

Safety Commitment
Guided by a policy of ensuring the safety of our employees, our customers and the communities we serve, CSX works relentlessly to prevent accidents and injuries. When a company puts safety first, everyone benefits: the employees and their families, the customers and the communities. In line with our commitment to safety, the applicant selected for this position may be required to successfully complete medical screenings and a background check.

About CSX
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%27s economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation%27s 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. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

Closing Statement
At CSX, two of our five 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. Click here to view the OFCCP pay transparency provision information.

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.

CSX Corporation

Jacksonville, FL

CSX Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides rail-based freight transportation services. The company offers rail services, as well as transports intermodal containers and trailers. It transports chemicals, automotive, agricultural and food products, minerals, fertilizers, forest products, and metals and equipment; and coal, coke, and iron ore to electricity-generating power plants, steel manufacturers, and industrial plants. The company also exports coal to deep-water port facilities. In addition, it offers intermodal transportation services through a network of approximately 30 terminals transporting manufactured consumer goods in containers in the eastern United States; drayage services, including the pickup and delivery of intermodal shipments; and trucking dispatch services.

Further, the company serves the automotive industry with distribution centers and storage locations, as well as connects non-rail served customers through transferring products from rail to trucks, which includes plastics and ethanol. Additionally, it acquires, develops, sells, leases, and manages real estate properties.

The company operates approximately 20,500 route mile rail network, which serves various population centers in 23 states east of the Mississippi River, the District of Columbia, and the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec, as well as owns and leases approximately 3,900 locomotives. It also serves production and distribution facilities through track connections. CSX Corporation was founded in 1978 and is based in Jacksonville, Florida.

  • Industry
    Transport/Delivery Services
  • No. of Employees
    22,475
  • Jobs Posted
    74

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