Railroad Track Maintenance Supervisor

Savage is looking for a Track Maintenance Supervisor who will lead a specialized team.   This Team Member will be responsible for planning, organizing and managing the track maintnance for one of our operations, insuring track maintenance, track inspections, upkeep on MOW equipment is done in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.

• Possesses experience and knowledge with; 
• MOW Equipment
• Track Maintenance
• Track Inspections
• Knowledge of FRA and AREMA standards
• Prepare and execute project plans
• Ability to build strong relationships with customer contacts
• Ability to understand the customer contract and rate structure
• Participate in budget preparation, management of profit and loss, and daily communication with customers for scheduling and other issues to ensure a smooth and safe operation.
• Ability to develop and execute a business plan (including budgeting, projecting, variance analysis, and cost management)
• Ability to promote a safety culture where each employee has the value and attitude that unsafe behaviors and conditions will not happen on their shift – be a Lead Safety Specialist and ensure Safety is our teams first consideration in every aspect of the business
• Committed to teaching and promoting personal responsibility for identifying and performing safe behaviors, conditions, and environmental responsibility
• A positive leader with the ability to be proactive in problem solving, making decisions, organizing and directing people, and utilizing coaching techniques for improving behaviors
• Innovative solutions driven to keep employee turnover low
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors
• Work with administrative systems to support operation to meet deadlines
• Set an example of professionalism and customer service
• Hands on leadership with operational and technical skills to ensure that "best practices" are being utilized
• Create an environment where people are committed to professionalism and cleanliness
• Create an environment for team building with emphasis on individual development and growth 

Requirement

• Hands on, hard-working, self-starter
• In-depth knowledge of Track is a plus
• Must have leadership skills to ensure team members follow procedures at all times even when no one is watching
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Provicient in microsoft office  (excel, word, powerpoint), and general office organization
• Good written and oral skills with an ability to communicate with co-workers, customers, and other company personnel
• Dynamic personality to lead employees and put safety first
• Hands-on experience in track maintenance required
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal requirements
• Desire and willingness to learn 

Education/Experience

• College degree preferred
• Management experience is a plus
• 3 years of Track Maintenance experience required 

Physical Requirements

• This position is required to work outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions
• Must be able to work outdoors in various climates for up to 12 hours
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds on an occasional basis
• Must be able to climb steps and ladders
• Must have the ability to work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time
• Should have the ability to use basic hand tools

Savage offers competitive benefits that include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, a retirement plan, paid time off and opportunities for growth.

This is a drug-free workplace