Mechanical Supervisor - Railcar Maintenance & Compliance

Responsibilities: 

• Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in repair and maintenance of railroad railcars and passenger cars.


• Reads management and railcar alert reports of railcar problems or malfunctions to determine repairs to be made.


• Assigns duties to workers based on worker abilities and nature of required repairs.


• Observes progress of work to ensure adherence to prescribed procedures and adherence to company and governmental standards.


• Directs workers to perform preventive maintenance of railcar components, such as wheelsets, side frames and bolsters, lading, and air brakes.


• Monitors stock of replacement parts to detect shortages of parts needed for future repair and maintenance, and requisitions needed parts.


• Examines shop equipment, such as welding machines and ASCTD’s, to verify that equipment meets safety and performance standards.


• Patrols work sites to observe methods, to inspect safety equipment, and to ensure compliance with company, AAR, and governmental regulations.


• Monitors safety, quality and production performance in shop, terminal and outline points.


• Works with the Operations team to develop plans to ensure the operational needs are met.


• Routinely audits railcar billing and inspects equipment on regular bases to ensure compliance.


• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing railcars and equipment as needed.


• Coach and train mechanical employees on safe and productive work procedures.


• Responsible for keeping track of employee time associated with hourly shop budgets.


• Responsible for maintaining shop expense budget along with yearly capital request.


• Performs all other duties as assigned.  

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:   

• 5-10 years of experience as railcar, diesel, automotive or aircraft mechanic or technical Certifications required. 


• Mechanical Aptitude, must understand and apply mechanical principles, make judgments regarding defects for repairs and replacement. 


• Knowledge of Railcar components required. 


• Experienced in FRA & AAR inspections required.  


• Knowledge of power and hydraulic tools. 


• Welding and oxygen/acetylene torching experience. 


• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulations. 


• Knowledge of federal railroad regulations.  


• Must be able to read and understand service and parts manuals.  


• Prior management experience required.  


• Must have a safe driving record. 

Physical Requirements:   

• Able to perform physical strenuous work.


• Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch.


• Requires constant standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and balancing in a safe manner.


• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 lbs.


• Travel up to 80% as business needs require. 

Environmental Conditions:   

Performs duties in multiple environments including office, shop and outside settings, in and around moving vehicles and rail equipment. Exposure to weather elements; and appropriate PPE required. 

Benefits: R.J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)


• Company paid life insurance


• Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance


• Voluntary identity theft protection


• Flexible spending account benefits


• Paid maternity leave


• 8 paid holidays


• Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)


• Employee Assistance Program


• 401K retirement savings plan


• Work boot allowance


• Employee referral program


• Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train 

R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to a safe and drug free workplace. R.J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R.J. Corman a safe and drug free company.