At VASCOR, we keep vehicles moving safely, efficiently, and on time. Our rail operations are the backbone of our service, connecting industries and communities every single day. We believe in innovation, precision, and teamwork—and we’re looking for a leader who shares our commitment to operational excellence and safety.
As our Rail Supervisor, you’ll lead a skilled crew responsible for loading, moving, and inspecting up to 30 rail cars per day (averaging 24). You’ll be the driving force behind safe, compliant, and efficient operations—ensuring every car is handled to the highest standards while fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.
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Identify, develop, and lead a high-performing rail crew that embraces innovation and meets all operational and compliance requirements.
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Ensure strict adherence to company policies, AAR standards, and manufacturer guidelines.
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Prepare and evaluate operational plans and performance reports to optimize efficiency.
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Maintain strong working relationships with engineers, project leads, interdivisional teams, management, and clients.
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Support project planning by determining staffing needs based on workload and available resources.
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Conduct on-rail inspections to ensure safety and operational readiness.
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Perform daily quality audits to maintain the highest service standards.
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Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of management experience in rail or related operations.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
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Working knowledge of rail operations and experience managing large rail transit projects.
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Proven ability to present effectively to clients and agency staff.
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Flexibility to adapt to dynamic project requirements while maintaining scope, budget, and schedule.
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Valid driver’s license (experience with both automatic and standard transmissions preferred).
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Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
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Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
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A safety-first culture where your expertise directly impacts operational success.
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The satisfaction of leading a team that keeps essential goods moving every day.
- Valid Driver's License is required
Skills
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Teamwork, decision-making, problem solving, communications, customer focus, confidentiality, planning, organizing, process management, tolerance of ambiguity, and time management.
- Analytical skills
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The ability to determine trends and anomalies
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General knowledge of railroad operations.
Experience
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Successful Team Leader or equivalent experience in a prior position.
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Experience with meeting valid external customer requirements, supervisory/managerial capabilities, process management, and PC skills.
Nonessential Skills and Experience:
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Ability to lead and motivate others.
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Engenders trust.
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Understands and uses functional expertise to contribute.
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Accepts ownership, is accountable, and delivers on commitments.
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Oriented towards continuous learning.
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Experience with QMS / ISO 9001.
Physical demands and work environment
The physical and mental demands and work environment
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Physical demands and work environment
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The physical and mental demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
On the job the employee must:
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Have natural or corrected eyesight capable of conducting inspections in varying levels of light.
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Have normal range of hearing, or corrected hearing, to be able to respond to normal workplace sounds including approaching vehicles
Mental
On the job the employee must be able to perform these functions on a daily basis:
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Read and comprehend written word
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Write
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Perform calculations
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Communicate orally
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Reason and analyze
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Comprehend directions/instructions
Environmental
On the job the employee:
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May be exposed to excessive noise depending on job location and operations in progress
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May be around moving machinery and equipment on a daily basis
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Depending on work location, may be exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity
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May be exposed to dust, fumes, gases, radiation, chemicals depending on the work location
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May be required to drive motorized equipment depending on the work location
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Potentially walks on uneven ground
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May be required to drive motorized equipment such as golf cart or company vehicle
Physical Demands
This position requires the following physical demands:
- Lifting to 25 lbs.1-3 hrs. Throughout the day
- Standing 6-8 hours/day
- Walking, 6-8 hrs./day
- Reach above shoulder level 1-3 hrs./day.
- Bend, Stoop, Squat, and or twist-Repeatedly throughout day.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.
If you’re ready to lead from the front and ensure our rail operations run like clockwork, send us your resume and a brief note about a time you improved safety or efficiency in a rail or logistics environment. Let’s keep the rails moving—together
