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Manager of Passenger Railcar Excursion Equipment

Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation

  • Strathmore, Virginia
  • 2 days ago
  • $100,000–$106,000 Per Year

Highlights

This role oversees mechanical staff, coordinates inspections, repairs, andrenovations, ensures regulatory compliance (FRA and other governing bodies), manages vendorrelationships, and supports operational readiness for scheduled excursions and special events. $100,000 - $106,000 a year Relocation package offered Railroad Retirement Full Benefits We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information.

Numbers & Facts

LocationStrathmore, Virginia
Salary$100,000–$106,000 Per Year

Description

The Manager of Passenger Excursion Equipment is responsible for the safe, reliable, and complaintoperation, maintenance, restoration, and lifecycle management of passenger railcars and relatedexcursion equipment. This role oversees mechanical staff, coordinates inspections, repairs, andrenovations, ensures regulatory compliance (FRA and other governing bodies), manages vendorrelationships, and supports operational readiness for scheduled excursions and special events.

Responsibilities

Safety & Regulatory Compliance1. Ensure full compliance with FRA regulations, AAR standards, and applicable state/local railsafety requirements.2. Maintain inspections, maintenance, and testing records for all passenger excursion equipment.3. Lead safety audits, risk assessments, and corrective action initiatives.4. Promote a culture of safety and operational excellence.
Maintenance & Asset Management1. Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for passenger railcars (mechanical,HVAC, electrical, braking, trucks, interiors).2. Develop and manage equipment lifecycle and capital improvement plans.3. Coordinate heavy repairs, restorations, and overhauls.4. Ensure excursion equipment meets operational, safety, and customer service standards.5. Manage spare parts inventory and materials planning.

• Operations Support• 1. Coordinate equipment availability to meet excursion schedules and special events.• 2. Work closely with Operations, Transportation, and Marketing teams to support service delivery.• 3. Ensure equipment readiness and reliability for peak seasons.• Team Leadership• 1. Supervise mechanical staff, contractors, and restoration teams.• 2. Provide training, coaching, and performance management.• 3. Establish clear expectations and accountability standards.• 4. Foster teamwork and cross-departmental collaboration.

• Budget & Vendor Management• 1. Develop and manage departmental budgets.• 2. Track maintenance costs and identify cost-control opportunities.• 3. Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors, suppliers, and repair facilities.• 4. Prepare capital expenditure proposals.

• Customer Experience Support• 1. Ensure passenger equipment meets cleanliness, comfort, and presentation standards.• 2. Support themed or premium excursion services through equipment enhancements.• 3. Balance historical preservation with operational reliability.

• Key Competencies• 1. Safety-first mindset.• 2. Strategic asset planning.• 3. Problem-solving and troubleshooting.• 4. Decision-making under operational pressure.• 5. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.• 6. Attention to detail and regulatory discipline.

• Working Conditions• 1. Combination of office and rail yard/shop environment.• 2. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions and shop hazards.• 3. Availability for nights, weekends, and special excursion events as needed.• 4. Occasional travel to vendors or partner railroads.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Transportation, Industrial Management, or relatedfield (or equivalent experience).2. Five to ten years of experience in rail equipment maintenance, passenger rail operations, orexcursion operations management.3. Working knowledge of FRA, AAR passenger equipment regulations.4. Strong leadership and team management experience.5. Budget management experience.6. Ability to read technical drawings and mechanical schematics.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with historic or excursion passenger equipment.2. Experience with capital restoration projects.3. Knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, and passenger amenities systems.

$100,000 - $106,000 a year
Relocation package offered
Railroad Retirement
Full Benefits
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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