Surface Foreman

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Surface Foreman

Summary:

The Surface Foreman is responsible for managing and directing a crew of workers to deliver a successful project by meeting or exceeding corporate or project goals for safety, quality, profitability, and schedule, resulting in extreme customer satisfaction.

• Plan and manage day‑to‑day project operations, ensuring proper allocation of labor, equipment, materials, and tools for safe and timely execution.
• Lead crew performance by enforcing safety standards, monitoring productivity, and ensuring compliance with company policies and project goals.
• Conduct daily safety briefings, communicate production goals, identify hazards, and foster team feedback and engagement.
• Maintain documentation (production reports, equipment logs, inspections, change orders) and communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction.

• GED (or equivalent) with at least 1+ year of railroad or construction experience.
• Valid driver’s license with insurable status; ability to obtain Class A CDL preferred.
• Ability to travel extensively (90%+).
• Ability to work in physically demanding outdoor environments in all weather conditions; DOT medical card/CDL preferred.

• Strong leadership and team management skills with a focus on safety, quality, and performance.
• Ability to read and interpret project documents such as plans, schedules, and specifications.
• Expertise in operating and training others on track surfacing and alignment equipment.
• Strong communication, customer relations, and organizational skills;
  Microsoft Office proficiency or ability to learn.

• Regular standing, lifting up to 35 lbs. or more, and working in all weather conditions.
• Frequent walking, climbing, and operating equipment on uneven or slippery surfaces.
• Work outdoors in extreme temperatures; appropriate safety gear required.

• Exposure to dust, heat, cold, vibration, and noise.
• Work around moving machinery, live track, and other hazards.

• GED or higher.
• One year or more working in railroad or construction.
• Valid driver’s license; DOT medical card and Class A CDL preferred.

Candidate must pass a mandatory drug test, complete a comprehensive background check, and possess a clean driving record.

Essential:
Must maintain a clean physical examination and meet all role-specific safety requirements.

NPRS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under local, state, or federal statute, ordinance, or regulation.

NPRS is a tradename used by Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. (NPR), Northern Plains Services, Inc. (NPS), and All Rail, Inc. (All Rail).