*description*
this position provides daily supervision of staff to perform cost effective repairs and maintenance resulting in safe track, right of way, and facility conditions for an assigned territory of significant scope.
*accountabilities*
- schedules and supervises crews and inspects repairs when complete or designates individual to inspect.
- oversees the operation of test cars and the remediation of defects found (geometry, ultra sonic rail test, etc.).
oversee the operation of the capital & operating expensed equipment (rail grinder, ballast trains, ballast cleaner, etc.).
- ensures fra 213, fra 214 and fra 219 standards, testing, and inspection requirements are met.
meet with fra as required to receive feedback regarding track conditions.
ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
ensures that dot regulated drivers are in compliance with hours of service.
- manages the bid process and supervises external contractors to project completion.
- plans and meets budget targets for overtime, materials, equipment and tools, maintenance, contractor costs, and crew credit cards.
- manage resources for daily activities and emergency responses.
coordinates with dispatch and state and local agencies to schedule construction projects, maintenance work and/or track shut-downs.
coordinate with production gangs, bridge, signal, and work by other entities (state, county, city, state dot and public utilities).
- performs accident investigations to ensure a safe environment and prevent reoccurrence.
- participates with transportation and mechanical departments on the safety committee.
- available 24 x 7 x 365.
- may work outdoors in inclement weather.
- understands the relevant business metrics and applies effective tactics to sustain a culture of operational effectiveness that produces teams of high performing, engaged and empowered operational leaders.
*required*
- bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a job related major field of study
- minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- as a requirement of the "secretaria de comunicaciones y transporte" must have and maintain valid the lff (licencia federal ferroviaria) for the duration of his employment contract with kansas city
*preferred*
- previous cpkc experience.
*working conditions*
- shift work is an essential function of this job.
employees must have the ability and willingness to support critically important railroad operations 24 hours per day/7 days per week, working various shifts as assigned.
schedule assignments may include after-hours, weekends and holidays.
*we offer*
- complete health and welfare benefits package
- competitive salary
- incentive plan
- vacation plan
*eeo statement