Assistant Track Foreman - ATN

Alabama & Tennessee River Railway, LLC, 3425 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, Alabama, United States of America

The Assistant Track Foreman installs, repairs and maintains railroad track on specified territory of railroad. Safely operates spike pullers and spike drivers: removes old spikes, drives new spikes, and performs related maintenance to railroad track that meet department and company goals, and comply with Federal Railroad Association (FRA) rules and regulations. Oversees and supervises daily work activities for track maintenance in the event of the absence of the Track Foreman.

The Assistant Track Foreman demonstrates and adheres to the company values of: safety, honesty, ownership, respect and teamwork to ensure successful partnership with customers and employees that result in OmniTRAX’s continued success.

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operation and the Federal Railroad Association (FRA)
• Promote and support the safety program and safety goals of the company
• Operate spike pullers, spike drivers to perform construction and maintenance tasks associated with railroad tracks
• Raise rail using track jack to facilitate removal and installation of railroad ties
• Drill holes with power drill through rails for bolt insertion
• Operate track-wrench machine to tighten and/or loosen bolts at rail joints
• Operate rail saw to cut rails into specified lengths
• May oversee and supervise daily work of crews and comply with the FRA 213 and 214 track safety standards
• Work with other employees to re-rail trains using necessary equipment
• Drive company vehicles; operate Backhoe, Grapple Truck, Boom Truck, Regulator and Tamper
• Conduct job activity briefings with the crew ; e nsure others are familiar with the duties
• Perform CDL work to meet qualifications of the FMCSA Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Subpart B:
  Qualification and Disqualification of Drivers and other regulations as applicable, including but not limited to, Part § 391.11

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries
• Wear required protective equipment such as: hard hats, hearing protection, safety-toe boots or safety glasses
• Maintain DOT qualifications
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime and various shift work
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

• None

• 18 years of age or older
• 1year track maintenance experience
• Operate hand tools, including: wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, measuring tapes etc.
• Operate power tools and hydraulic equipment, including: portable grinders, rail saws, spike pullers, track wrench machines, power drills, track jack
• Apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• Read and follow safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, test materials, drawings, schematics, and procedure manuals, gauges and dials on precision measuring tools
• Basic shop math concepts to calculate figures and amounts such as: area, circumference, length, distance, and volume
• Write legibly to complete routine reports, and complete required testing
• Pass written examinations on the safe operations of trains and maintenance of way standards
• Familiar with Roadway Workers’ Protection (RWP)
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office; learn and use track inspection data management software
• Effectively communicate with all level of employees and business associates in a clear, concise and professional manner
• Demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills resulting in effective resolution
• Professional integrity and accountability
• Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment

• Valid State Driver’s License - CDL (or attain one within 90 days); pass medical certification and Drivers Qualification File, pass DOT Drug & Alcohol testing
• Qualified on 49 CFR 213 – 214 within 90 days

• Previous experience in Rail Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics, Manufacturing and/or Oil & Gas industries
• High School Diploma/GED