Manager of Rail Safety Training - Fairfield, AL

Watco Transp Svc, LLC -
Fairfield, AL

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Job Details

Full-time
12 days ago

Benefits

Paid training
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

General freight transportation
Regulatory inspections
Outdoor work experience
Word processing
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations
Equipment troubleshooting
Rail track maintenance
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Documentation tools
Train handling procedures
Train track rules procedures
Managing rail transportation teams
Air brake
Train maintenance procedures
Mechanical troubleshooting
Rail freight
Rail regulatory compliance

Full Job Description

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.

Here's what you can expect from Watco:

Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
Competitive compensation and benefits
Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center
Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
Career advancement opportunities

Job Summary

This senior-level position will be a major contributor to the development and growth of both new and experienced team members, by developing, revising, and delivering classroom, computer based, simulator, and hands-on training for various railroad positions and crafts, with a primary focus on Operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrate by example as a safety manager with genuine care and passion, to empower all fellow team members to be an integral and valuable part of our Safety Culture
Develop, review, and revise training and testing programs with other Safety Managers as needed, as well as assist with training and operational needs for new start-up operations
Lead and demonstrate hands-on field training using on-site railroad equipment and tools
Identify and eliminate hazardous conditions or unsafe behaviors of all associated tasks and jobs
Communicate, support, and advise location managers of training and documentation requirements for team members to comply with Company policies, and local, state, and federal regulatory agencies
Conduct and lead efforts in correctly performing individual efficiency testing and audits to determine safety compliance, proficiency in work practices, knowledge of safeguards and desire for continuous improvement
Continue education and knowledge through continued professional development through regulatory research, self-study, seminars, conferences, and meetings to ensure best practices are maintained during industry changes
Assist in recognizing, developing, and implementing proactive preventative measures such as near misses, safety suggestions and concerns, etc.
Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of operating experience as a full-time certified freight conductor
Must currently hold an FRA Part 242 freight conductor certification
Minimum of 3 years of operating experience as a certified train service engineer (Class I Railroad preferred)
Must currently hold an FRA Part 240 locomotive train service engineer certification
Must possess a valid Driver's License with no restrictions
Supervisory experience in operating department as a Designated Supervisor of Locomotive Engineer (DSLE), Road Foreman of Engines (RFE) or equivalent is preferred but not required
Nationally recognized safety certifications preferred (ASSP, NASP, NSC type certifications in safety, training methodology, Safety Management System development, etc.)
Must have the ability to perform outdoor field training for prolonged periods, as both ground-level conductor/switchman instructor and in-cab instructor engineer
Must possess strong analytical, written, and oral communication skills
Experience working with basic office computer programs (PPT, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Must possess strong work ethic and lead by example in meeting schedules, appointments, and timelines
Must be proficient, skilled and knowledgeable in: Railroad Safety Rules, Railroad Operating Rules (General Code of Operating Rules preferred), Special Instructions and Timetables, Air Brake and Train Handling Rules, and Train Handling Techniques, Railcar Inspections and Air Brake Tests, Railroad Main Track Operating Methods (Block Signal Systems, Track Warrants, etc.), Basic Locomotive Mechanical Knowledge and Online Troubleshooting

Education

Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent

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