Railroad Field Operations Assistant Manager
Core
Support field teams in emergency railroad operations, derailment response, specialty lifting, railcar repairs, and track maintenance.
Role type
Assistant Manager, field operations
Builds
Emergency response capabilities, railcar repairs, track maintenance, specialty lifting operations
Domain
Transportation / Railroad / Heavy Equipment
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Field operations management, crew coordination, DOT/FRA regulations knowledge, heavy equipment operation, crane load chart interpretation, safety compliance, operational problem solving, workforce planning, budgeting, payroll review, equipment maintenance coordination
Preferred skills
Railroad industry experience, heavy equipment experience, Class A or Class B CDL
Technologies
Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Assist Supervisors with planning and managing multiple field assignments; Coordinate crews, manpower, equipment, schedules, and changing project priorities; Track project progress, labor, costs, schedules, and customer requirements; Provide hands-on support and direction during field operations and emergency response; Conduct regular site visits to evaluate safety, quality, productivity, and potential operational risks; Communicate directly with railroad customers, field partners, and regulatory agencies
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on leadership