What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Mechanical (Locomotive Electrician Experience Required) position at Genesee & Wyoming Main Job Board?
Company / Benefits Overview:
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100 individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.
At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
- Life Insurance
- Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Railroad Retirement
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- On the Job Training
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement and more!
* Benefits are subject to change
SUMMARY:
****The person in this position will be a working electrical mechanic that travels to railroad properties in assigned territory, SC/NC/TN region. Must be willing to work hands-on and travel**** (Locomotive Electrician Experience Required)
The person in this position manages projects and employees in the maintenance of the locomotive or railcar fleet. He or she ensures that all G&W safety rules and practices for Mechanical Department employees are followed explicitly. This person manages the maintenance and repair of locomotives and railcars so that they meet FRA standards, while reducing life-cycle costs and increasing reliability and availability.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure and audit compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety and operations, per AAR and FRA regulations
- Maintain employee safety records regarding scheduled safety-rule presentations, job briefings, and safety films; prepare schedules for these events
- Assist in the work process to maintain locomotive periodic-maintenance schedules and advise Transportation when locomotives must be directed to the shop
- Assist in the work process to manage bad-order railcars to ensure they are moved to the shop and repaired in a timely manner to limit car-hire and down time
- Certify locomotive maintenance files to comply with FRA regulations and G&W rules for record retention
- Coordinate and schedule activities related to car and/or locomotive repair to ensure there is available manpower, shop space, and material to complete the task
- Assist in preparing budget and working within budgetary restraints
- Assist in developing capital spending plan
- Maintain optimum inventory level to support repair activities
- Coordinate employee safety and technical and environmental training
- Provide technical expertise as necessary in support of mechanical operations
- Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Five years of experience maintaining diesel locomotives or railcars
- Knowledge of the safe handling of hazardous and nonhazardous waste products
- Knowledge of all aspects of the maintenance and repair of locomotives’ mechanical and electrical systems
- Knowledge of FRA and company maintenance procedures; knowledge of AAR and FRA regulations pertaining to car repair and inspections (if maintaining railcars)
- Good computer skills; uses Microsoft Word and Excel daily
- Ability to understand oral or written instructions and execute them to achieve desired results
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with other department heads and supervisors
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
- Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
- Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call as needed
- Travel throughout the southeast region is required
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions
- Walking on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact in varying environmental conditions
- Working at elevated heights of 18 feet or greater while adhering to fall protection safety guidelines
- Frequent lifting of equipment and tools that could be up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, squat and twist as necessary while working on equipment
EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid drivers license
- An Associate degree or technical degree in a related field is a plus; as well as prior supervisory experience
Relocation:
Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate.
This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status protected under federal, state or local laws.