R.J. Corman Railroad Services is currently seeking an Superintendent to join our Derailment Division in Albany, NY.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the general safe, efficient, profitable daily management of emergency and pre-set derailment operations of a single derailment operating division.
- Maintain ongoing business relations with customers of derailment services within the assigned division market.
- Supervise personnel and equipment in the performance of on-call wreck-site work, equipment repair, maintenance and readiness at the division shop, and other non-wreck general services for railroad customers.
- Establish positive business relationships with divisional customers and assist in generating new and repeat business.
- Propose job bids for approval and troubleshoot customer complaints associated with divisional services.
- Assist with recruiting, selecting, placing, and arranging job training for division personnel.
- Plan and schedule work to ensure readiness, mobilization, response time, and efficiency of operations.
- Obtain appropriate permits for the movement of divisional equipment and ensure compliance with applicable travel requirements.
- Utilize shop time efficiently for training, equipment readiness, and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
- Enforce work, safety, and conduct rules and assist with disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, wage changes, and promotions.
- Manage compliance with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, DOT regulations, billing, purchasing, equipment usage, and reporting requirements.
- Manage labor, equipment, and operating costs within approved budgets.
- Establish safe operating procedures and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
- Manage maintenance and repair programs for vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
- Schedule personnel for non-wreck customer work while maintaining emergency response readiness.
- Maintain divisional records and prepare weekly and monthly performance reports.
- Ensure personnel records are current and complete.
- Participate in annual goal setting and budgeting activities.
- Keep the Regional Operations Manager informed of significant divisional issues, opportunities, and competitive activities.
Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:
- Demonstrated experience in the management of derailment operations, or other related experience in heavy equipment and recovery-type operations.
- Three to five years of operator experience in derailment or similar recovery operations.
- Experience with operations and scheduling activities, with emphasis on maintaining good employee relations.
- Ability to train employees in derailment equipment operation.
- Basic personal computer data entry and retrieval skills.
- Experience with word processing and spreadsheet programs preferred.
- Basic business math skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Mobility to participate in frequent travel within the divisional market and to locations outside the market area.
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds in the performance of duties.
- Ability to use radio and telephone communication equipment.
- Agility to navigate into confined spaces.
Environmental Conditions:
- Performs duties in multiple environments, including office settings and outside wreck-site locations.
- Works in and around moving vehicles and equipment.
- Exposure to various weather conditions.
- Must wear appropriate PPE required for wreck-site visits.
- Extensive travel to wreck sites.
Benefits: R.J Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J Corman offers the following:
Full-Time Team Members:
Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
8 Paid Holidays Per Year
Veteran's Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Accident Insurance
FSA and HSA Options
401K Employer Match
Paid Maternity Leave
Group Life Insurance
All Team Members:
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Referral Bonuses
- Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual Boot Voucher
- Company Provided PPE
- Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance
R.J Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug free work place. R.J Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R.J Corman a safe and drug free company.