Mechanical Supervisor Trainee

Please note that this position is available for the following locations: GA-Atlanta, PA-Enola, PA-Conway, IN-Elkhart, IL-Chicago, TN-Chattanooga, IL-Decatur, OH-Bellevue, VA-Norfolk, AL-Birmingham, VA-Roanoke, PA-Altoona

If you’re looking for a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this could be an amazing start to your Norfolk Southern career. This not a desk job and will require the majority of your time spent in the field. Watch the 2-minute video below to see a day in the life as a Mechanical Supervisor Trainee.

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Mechanical Supervisors efficiently and effectively lead world-class teams ranging from roughly 8-25 skilled laborers constructing, repairing, and maintaining locomotives and rail cars. During training, you will learn how to conduct inspections and repairs at the component level on both locomotives and railcars. You will become familiar with the compliance standards of NS, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

You will also learn about various process improvement efforts throughout Norfolk Southern. After a six-month training program that includes classroom training and, on the job, supervisory training, you will be promoted to Mechanical Supervisor at either a locomotive shop or a freight car repair facility.

• 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 the ability to learn new/proprietary programs
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree
• Preferred Degree Paths:
  
  Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering,Electrical Engineering Technology, or similar field of study

• Willing to relocate anywhere throughout our 22-state network
• On-Call:
  Yes
• Weekend Work:
  Yes
• Shift Work:
  Yes
• Environment:
  Field/Machine Shop
• Travel Required:
  
  up to 4 trips per year after initial training program

• Competitive salary, relocation, and benefits package
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and innovation
• Commitment to employee safety and well-being