Assistant Superintendent (Pittsburgh, PA)

Accountability:

Assist Division Superintendent with the general safe, efficient, profitable daily management of emergency and pre-set derailment operations of a single Derailment operating division. Maintenance of on-going business relations with customers of derailment services within the assigned division market. Supervision of personnel and equipment in performance of on-call wreck-site work, equipment repair, maintenance and readiness at division shop, and performance of other non-wreck general services for railroad customers.

Assist the Division Superintendent with:

· Establishes positive business relationship with divisional customers and assists in generating new and repeat business for the assigned derailment division. Proposes job bids for Regional Operations Manager’s approval. Troubleshoots customer complaints associated with divisional services.

· Upon approval to hire (add or replace headcount), recruits, selects, places and arranges for job training (operational, safety and Hazmat) for all Division personnel within guidelines established by the company.

· Plans and schedules work to insure that readiness, mobilization, response time, and efficiency of on-site work, demobilization and enroute safety of the division is in compliance with overall company plan for customer service.

· Obtains appropriate over-the-road permits for the movement of divisional equipment (including overweight equipment), and complies with state, county and local guidance concerning travel routes to wreck sites.

· Utilizes shop time efficiently for training, readiness of equipment and maintenance of building and grounds, when not on customer work.

· Enforces work, safety and conduct rules and implementation of effective disciplinary procedures. When necessary, determines and carries out termination actions within guidelines established by the company.

· Determines wage changes and promotional changes concerning divisional personnel; processes required documents for such changes.

· Evaluates division employees’ performance using approved performance evaluation process and forms.

· Assures division employees practice good customer relations on work sites to preserve customer satisfaction.

· Manages the compliance of the division to company policies, procedures and practices in all areas, including shop housekeeping, job cost coding, customer billing, purchasing, credit and fuel card usage, equipment usage, expense and time reporting, human resources, safety and DOT.

· Manages labor, equipment and other costs within pre-approved budgets, including daily operating expenses, personnel costs, and shop expense.

· Establishes safe operating procedures for employees, vehicles and equipment under their supervision; assures compliance with all federal, state and local employee safety and DOT regulations applicable to drivers (such as hours of service regulations), vehicle and equipment operation. Assures timely reporting and investigation of employee injuries and vehicle accidents. Coordinates with corporate safety department to insure that FRA-required roadway worker training is achieved for divisional employees.

· Establishes and manages programs for the maintenance and repair of all vehicles, machinery and equipment used within the division. Approves repair and maintenance expenses up to amount authorized by the Regional Operations Manager; obtains contracted repair, maintenance and inspection services when necessary.

· Ensures division has well-maintained operable non-capital equipment such as specialty tools, communications equipment, operating and office equipment and supplies.

· When available, schedules personnel for non-wreck work for railroad customers, where such work is within the capabilities of division employees and is coordinated to insure that the division remains ready to respond to customer wreck emergencies.

· Keeps Regional Operations Manager informed of significant divisional issues and opportunities, with special emphasis on information concerning competitive companies and operations within the division’s market area.

· Maintains data and information and produces weekly and monthly reports as required to monitor divisional performance.

· Ensures that personnel records are kept current, including approved divisional staff levels authorized, new hire, and transfer and termination paperwork.

· Participates in annual goal setting and budgeting for divisional services.

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:

Demonstrated experience in the management of derailment operations, or other related experience in heavy equipment, recovery-type operations plus three to five year’s operator’s experience in derailment or similar recovery operations. Prefer specific experience with operations and scheduling activities with emphasis on maintenance of good employee relations. Ability to train employees in derailment equipment operation. Basic personal computer data entry and retrieval skills, with experience in word processing and spreadsheet programs a plus. Basic business math, and oral and writing skills.

Physical Requirements: Mobility to participate in frequent travel within the divisional market, as well as to locations outside the market area to provide relief or back-up to other derailment divisions; lifting of up to 100 pounds in the performance of duties; and ability to use radio and telephone media. Agility to navigate into confined spaces.

Environmental Conditions: Performs duties in multiple environments including office, and outside wreck site settings, in and around moving vehicles and equipment. Exposure to weather elements; must wear appropriate PPE required for wreck site visits.

Major or Unusual Problems: Balancing speed of customer service with necessity for quality, damage-free, safe operations. Maintenance of teamwork within division operations personnel and reduction of employee turnover. Recruiting on-call, 24/7 employees. Vigilance in promoting safety in high exposure conditions. Extensive travel to wreck sites.

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) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug free work place. 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.