Track Foreman - Milwaukee, WI

Overview

Track Foreman - Milwaukee, WI at Watco

Keep the world’s supply chain moving. The Watco team operates across short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. We’re all on the same team. One Watco.

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Operations training at the Safe Performance Center in Birmingham, Alabama
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

The Track Foreman position is responsible for safely and efficiently inspecting, repairing, and maintaining the railroad track infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient service to customers. This role requires proficiency in supervising team members performing the following skills, duties, and requirements.

• Supervise Track Laborer and Truck Driver/Machine Operator

• Inspect, unload, load, distribute, pick-up, install cross ties, switch ties, other track material and ballast
• Inspect, unload, distribute, load, pick-up, install, grind, and transpose rail
• Inspect, load, unload, distribute, pick-up, remove, construct, maintain and repair turnouts
• Inspect for defects, patrol, construct, install, retire, remove, surface, gauge, line and shift track
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, and repair road crossings
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, repair, paint, renew and replace bridges
• Inspect, protect, flag, maintain, repair and construct culverts and tunnels
• Inspect, dismantle, remove, maintain, repair and paint station facilities
• Inspect, test, maintain, repair, construct and install scales
• Inspect, remove, maintain, repair, construct, and install right of way, sand and snow fences
• Inspect, construct, install, maintain, clean and paint signs
• Cut and dispose of vegetation
• Clean debris from switches
• Remove snow or other foreign materials from track infrastructure
• Accurate and timely reporting as required
• Read and accurately interpret company documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and federal and state regulations
• Communicate professionally and effectively
• Must possess a comprehensive understanding of track authority
• Comply with performance metrics measurements and deadlines
• Practice safe work habits and follow company and industry policies, procedures and regulations
• Respond promptly to any accident, incident or emergency call
• Operate, maintain, and repair vehicles and track equipment
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and compliance with established track standards
• Help, mentor, and train track personnel
• Assist in training and directing track laborers
• Obtain and operate under track warrants
• Supervise restoration of track under traffic condition
• Read and analyze reports, blueprints, and other technical materials
• Assist with provision of appropriate estimating reports (projects)
• Identify project risks and opportunities
• Assist with the cost estimates and proposals
• Supervises and develops work plans, budgets and capital spending in conjunction with the CE
• Scheduling and performance of all track activities
• Prepare inspection reports
• Coordinate work activities with all departments as needed
• Attend meetings and conference calls as required
• Evaluate and document performance of subordinate team members
• Read gauges, precision measuring instruments, schematics and maintenance manuals

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school education or general education development (GED)
• 1 year supervisory experience in railroad management or the combination of supervisory experience and training in a course in track maintenance

• Team member must be able to pass Track Ground School, GCOR Written Test, Roadway Worker Protection Written Test, Fall Protection Written Test, Maintenance of Way Safety Written Test, MSHA/OSHA Training and Certification (if required on site), CWR Written Test, FRA Track Standards Test, Track Foreman Written Test, Track Inspection Written Test, and Manager’s Training

• Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out written and oral instructions
• Ability to write legibly
• Ability to perform duties that require heavy lifting
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Flexible work schedule
• Ability to recognize problems
• Knowledge of Roadway Protection Rules
• Broad understanding of railroad operations
• Knowledge of FRA Track Safety Standards
• Experience operating railroad equipment
• Ability to apply basic math concepts
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Familiarity with employment practices and applicable governmental regulations
• Ability to effectively manage contractors
• Experience in capital planning

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage