Assistant Trainmaster

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SUMMARY:

  • The person in this position assists the trainmaster in managing the safety performance, operating practices, customer satisfaction, and financial productivity of the operation to which he or she is assigned.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work with trainmaster to promote a safe work environment
  • Know customer requirements of assigned operation and assist in implementing work processes to meet or exceed customer expectations
  • Assist in railcar switching function as required
  • Assist trainmaster in the training and development of employees
  • Take a leadership role in supervising crews and helping the trainmaster in maintaining payroll within the targeted budget
  • Occasionally represent the railroad at customer meetings and interface with serving railroads when needed to protect customer and the railroad’s best interests
  • Assist in conducting incident investigations and helping the trainmaster in proper notification and documentation
  • Develop a management style consistent with G&W core values (focus, integrity, respect, and excellence) that encourages results-oriented performance from all employees
  • Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • Five years of work experience in the railroad industry; knowledge and understanding of operating rules and procedures
  • Knowledge and understanding of safety rules and procedures
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work off-hours to make contact with customer and employees working any shift
  • Good computer skills (word processing software, database applications, and e-mail)

 

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

  • Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Valid driver’s license

 

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

Transportation and Train Crew

About the Company:
Genesee and Wyoming Railroad



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