What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor, Signals- 5+ Years Signal Maintenance or Construction 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
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- On the Job Training
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- And more!
* Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement
Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!
Job Summary:
As a Signal Supervisor, you’ll take the lead in planning, coordinating, and guiding teams responsible for repairing, inspecting, and installing critical railroad signal, communication, and traffic‑control systems. You’ll combine hands‑on technical expertise with strong leadership to keep rail operations safe, compliant, and running smoothly. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a leadership role, values precision and safety, and wants to make a meaningful impact on the reliability of railway operations.
Please watch our career video for more information https://www.gwrr.com/careers/.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise the inspection, testing, and maintenance of crossing and train control systems ensuring they are performed in compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations (e.g., 49 CFR Part 234 & 236, MUTCD and G&W Test and Maintenance Procedures)
- Oversee installation of signal and highway traffic‑control equipment in line with FRA regulations, design plans and G&W standards and policies
- Plan work assignments, manage schedules and ensure required materials are available
- Provide technical support for troubleshooting and the restoration of crossing and train control devices to service
- Investigate accidents and issue restorative work orders
- Perform regular quality control and functionality testing of crossing and signal systems for regulatory and G&W rules and standards.
- Maintain and audit records of all tests, inspections, and repairs performed ensuring compliance with all company, state, and federal regulations
- Assist with providing inspection coverage for open positions and signal maintainer vacations to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Train all employees in operating practices according to federal regulations and company policies; handle issues and resolve problems as they arise
- Manage projects and perform other duties as assigned
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
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions
- Walking on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact
- Able to squat, bend and lift overhead for extended periods of kneeling or crouching (bending at the knees)
- Occasional lifting of equipment and tools up to 89 pounds
Skills and Experience:
- Able to complete written forms and reports as required
- Able to read and interpret documents including safety rules, manuals, and regulations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and mathematical abilities including data collection and analysis, statistics, geometry, trigonometry, etc.
- Must have thorough working knowledge of FRA regulations governing railroad-signal and train-control systems
- Knowledge of wayside/crossing detection and control and other signal-related apparatuses (Example: ABS, CTC, Search Light and Color Light Signals, Hot Box Detectors, Interlockers and AEI Readers, GCP3000 , MS4000, XP4, PMD-3, GCP4000/5000)
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, applications, reporting)
Required Education and Credentials:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED), associate degree, or equivalent from 2-year college or technical school in electrical field; or high school diploma or general education degree (GED), and 5 years of signal-maintenance and signal-construction work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- CDL is a plus or able to able to obtain one if required
Employment Requirements:
- Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
- May be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
- Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history
Relocation:
Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.