COMPANY: Harbor Services Company is a leading provider of railcar and locomotive repair services for the railroad industry in the United States.
POSITION: Supervisor – Railcar Repair-Cleaning
REPORTS TO: Manager of Locations
JOB SUMMARY:*
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements in this section are essential job functions that an employee must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation in order to achieve the objectives of the job. In this regard, please note that the description is generic and represents a composite across like position assignments. There may be position specific differences related to geography, available technology, work force levels, etc. which should be clarified in individual situations.
Coordinate the inspection, maintenance and repair of railcars, oversee reporting and billing process.
· Manage all operations of rail-car repair and cleaning of box cars
· Insure all safety rules are being followed and all employees have a safe environment to work in.
· On call 24-7
· Insure Quality audits are being performed, and audit as necessary.
· Conduct 2 hour walks, interact with employees observing work performance, and safety.
· Greet all employees as they arrive for their work shifts at the start of and after breaks and lunch to insure they’re fit for duty.
· Ensure all deadlines are met while monitoring that repairs meet budgetary concerns and fulfill compliance regulations
· Ensure that all mechanisms are operating properly and meet safety requirements.
· Review and investigate all safety concerns or issues that employee may have.
· Hold Job briefings before the start of shift, covering what tracks we will be working, make sure we have the right people in place for each job task.
· Insure all employees are trained to perform there assign job duties
· Insure all employees are trained in the safe operation of equipment and tools to perform their job safely.
· To assure that all employees have the proper tools needed to perform their job safely and productively.
· Insure the location has all the proper material and supplies on hand to perform all work per UP’s scope of work.
· Insure all billing is review and turned in from the previous day for input.
· Insure all billing has been inputted for processing within 24 hours from previous day’s work.
· Input all information on the daily report and turned by the required time.
· Monitor man hour’s verses labor hours for efficiency. Must maintain 95 to 100% efficiency.
· Communicate with Corp. Office, answer all emails in a timely manner.
· Attend all Harbor and UP staff meetings as required.
· Review all purchases being made
· Other duties as requested
QUALIFICATIONS
Must meet all physical requirements and be able to take direction.
Work Hours: Full Time. Weekly schedule may change as required. May be necessary to work weekends. Must be willing to work overtime as needed. On call 24 hours a day.
Equipment Requirement: Required to wear back support belt, gloves, eye and ear protection, hard hat, work boots, and other necessary safety equipment as tasks dictate.
Education and Experience: Required to have high school diploma or equivalent.
Language Skills: Ability to read, write, and communicate English fluently and professionally. Ability to effectively communicate with and present information to all levels of employees, contractors, vendors, partners, owners and other inter-company divisions.
Mathematical Skills: Requires basic analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to solve basic mathematical problems.
Reasoning Skills: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant need (80% to 100% of the time) to be on feet.
- Have constant need (80% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities:
- Bend/Stoop/Squat/Kneel Pick up debris, etc.
- Climb Stairs or ladder Routine duties require access to all levels of railcars.
- Push or Pull Move equipment, open and close doors, etc.
- Reach Above Shoulder Stock and remove files, parts, and or equipment.
- Grasp/Grip/Turning Handle tools and equipment, etc.
- Finger Dexterity Handle tools and equipment, type, etc.
- Lifting/carrying (supplies, files, parts, etc.):
- 25 – 75 lbs. Frequent need ( 10% to 20% of the time)
- 1 – 35 lbs. Constant need (80% to 100% of the time)
NOTE: Lifting and carrying of weights exceeding 50 lbs. is often accomplished with assistance from one or more persons and while wearing the required, appropriate safety equipment. Examples of heaviest items lifted include knuckles, brake beams, and uncoupling levers that weigh approximately 25 to 50 lbs. etc.
Reliable transportation is required at all times. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license at all times. Employee must be willing to take calls and report to work at any hour of the day or night. Out of town travel may be required.
VISION REQUIREMENTS
- Constant need (80% to 100% of the time) to observe areas needing attention/correction. Read cautionary labels; respond to written instructions from staff.
- Constant need (80% to 100% of the time) to see things clearly beyond arm’s reach. Observe and assist in general maintenance; observe problems throughout property.
- Constant need (80% to 100% of the time) to be able to differentiate common railroad signaling colors (red, green, yellow and blue).
HEARING REQUIREMENTS
- Essential. Must be able (80% to 100% of the time) to hear things clearly and be able to receive verbal instructions.
SPEAKING REQUIREMENTS
- Constant need (80% to 100% of the time) to verbally communicate with the staff, partners, vendors, etc.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- Outdoors (80% to 100% of the time), all conditions, often for extended periods of time.
- Exposure (50% to 90% of time) to paint fumes, lubricants, dust, loud noises, etc. Example: repair of railcars and switching will be close by the work area.
- Employee may be required to travel to multiple locations throughout the United States and often to walk various areas which can be upstairs, noisy, dirty, uneven, or dark. Out of town travel may be required.
REASONING DEVELOPMENT
- HIGH. Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to a variety of practical situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may occasionally involve minor deviations. Needs ability to think rationally beyond a specific set of instructions.
DISCLAIMER
This job description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
HARBOR RAIL SERVICES COMPANY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (M/F/D/V)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
