Mechanical Supervisor Trainee

• Lead world-class teams of approximately 8–25 skilled laborers constructing, repairing, and maintaining locomotives and rail cars
• During training, conduct inspections and repairs at the component level on locomotives and railcars
• Learn and apply Norfolk Southern, Association of American Railroads (AAR), and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) compliance standards
• Learn about process improvement efforts throughout Norfolk Southern
• Complete a six-month classroom and on-the-job supervisory training program
• Upon successful completion of training, become a Mechanical Supervisor at a locomotive shop or freight car repair facility
• Spend the majority of working time in the field rather than at a desk

• Leadership experience with the ability to handle conflict and foster a positive work environment
• Ability to promote a culture of safety awareness and accident prevention
• Ability to relocate and work flexible days/hours as determined by business needs
• Some knowledge and maintenance experience of engines and machinery
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new/proprietary programs
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Experience in a leadership role
• Mechanical aptitude
• Preferred degree paths:
  Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or similar field of study
• Willingness to relocate anywhere throughout Norfolk Southern's 22-state network
• Availability for on-call, weekend, and shift work
• Ability to work in a field/machine shop environment
• Ability to travel up to 4 trips per year after the initial training program

Demonstrates strong leadership and mechanical aptitude in managing teams and conducting inspections and repairs on locomotives and railcars. Proficient in compliance with Norfolk Southern, AAR, and FRA standards while promoting safety and continuous improvement.

• Mechanical Engineering
• Maintenance Experience
• Inspections and Repairs
• Process Improvement
• Locomotive Repair
• Railcar Repair

• Excellent Communication
• Positive Work Environment
• Willingness to Learn

• Norfolk Southern
• AAR Compliance
• FRA Compliance
• Field/Machine Shop Environment

• Proprietary Programs