Roadmaster-031053
Description

Job Summary:
Inspects and maintains all track structure and right-of-way (ROW) to specifications set by CSX Transportation (CSXT) and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Directly supervises and develops track forces to ensure quality maintenance and safe work performance. Monitors all aspects of safety and overall track inspection and maintenance in assigned area of responsibility on a division. Leads and manages the personal safety and track safety processes and ensures policy compliance.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities:

* Manage safe and efficient work conditions.
* Efficiently plan work and allocate resources to ensure timely accomplishment of tasks.
* Inspect production gang work and track construction projects to ensure quality compliance.
* Monitor track inspection periodically to ensure that all Federal and CSX requirements are being met by Track Inspectors.
* Ensure that any defects found by geometry cars and rail test cars are corrected by proper remedial action, within proper time frames using the CSX Integrated Track Inspection System (ITIS) and CSX Geometry Exceptions Management System (GEMS) for reporting and tracking work.
* Conduct efficiency and operational tests.
* Effectively communicate and build rapport across departments, sub-departments, and public agencies.
* Effectively utilize performance management and interpersonal skills to ensure timely feedback and coaching as required to maintain discipline and improve performance.
* Ensure compliance to budget with hiring, overtime, and materials procurement.
* Conduct engineering activities at major derailments and natural disasters.
* Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

* High School diploma/GED required
* 1 or more years of supervisory experience required in Railroad Engineering Operations

Equivalent Minimum Qualifications:

* Associates or higher degree from an accredited institution required
* 2-11 months of supervisory experience required in Railroad Engineering Operations

Preferred Qualifications

*
Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in Engineering
* 1 or more years of supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Operations

Knowledge and Skills:

* Microsoft Office skills (especially Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
* Engineering and Construction knowledge
* Railroad industry knowledge
* Knowledge of FRA regulatory standards
* Knowledge of basic track maintenance [e.g. CSX Engineering Field Manual and Maintenance of Way Instructions (MWI)]
* Knowledge of curve elevation design theory and string lining curves
* Knowledge of derailment investigations
* Knowledge of track inspections

Competencies:
The CSX Competency Framework is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following competencies: analyze issues and make effective decisions, advance the business, engage, coach, and build a diverse workforce, build partnerships, improve service quality and processes, execute effectively, demonstrate personal leadership, and demonstrate functional and technical agility.

Job Requirements:

* Wear protective equipment such as welding shields, hard hat, hearing protection, steel-toe boots, work boots, safety vest, face shield, and safety glasses.
* Work hours may vary in length and schedule. Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek.
* On the road as often as daily within assigned territory.
* 50% travel required within regularly assigned territory.
* Work hours may include on call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home.
* Federal regulations require random testing for drugs and/or alcohol.
* The applicant selected for this position must successfully complete a background check and physical including a drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position.

Environmental Conditions:

* Work outside in all weather conditions.
* Work at elevated heights, in certain instances in excess of 100 feet.
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Work with equipment that intensifies the heat factor (work equipment, rail heater, welding, etc).

Safety Commitment:
Safety is a way of life at CSX, encompassing every aspect of company operations. Guided by a policy of ensuring the safety of our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve, CSX works relentlessly to prevent accidents and injuries. Not only is it the right thing to do, but when a company puts safety first, everyone benefits: the employees and their families, the customers, and the communities.

Company Profile:
CSX Corporation, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a multi-modal freight transportation company serving customers across North America. Through its primary subsidiary, CSX operates the largest railroad in the eastern United States with operations in 23 states, the District of Columbia, and two Canadian provinces. CSX also includes an integrated intermodal company which serves customers with its own truck and terminal operations as well as a dedicated domestic container fleet. Other CSX subsidiaries provide technology and real estate support to the company. These subsidiaries combine to allow CSX to deliver efficient freight alternatives to customers in a variety of industries, including coal, chemicals, automobiles, metals, agricultural and forest products, food and consumer goods.

CSX Transportation (CSXT) is the largest company in the CSX family employing 34,000 management and union employees. CSXT's primary focus is the operation, maintenance, and management of the largest railroad in the eastern United States.

Closing Statement:
At CSX two of the company's core values are People Make The Difference and Safety Is A Way of Life. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.

CSX is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer that supports diversity in the workplace.

Primary Location
: United States-IN-Terre Haute
Schedule
: Full-time
Relocation Available
:Yes
Tax Status
: Railroad Retirement
Overtime Status
: Exempt
Closing Date
: Feb 15, 2010
Number of Openings
: 1