Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Engineering & Maintenance team the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel!

Located in Williams, Arizona, the historic Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel is the place to get your career on the right track! Open year-round, the Grand Canyon Railway operates scenic train rides, a full-service restaurant, pub, retail shops, and 3-diamond hotel. No matter what your job is, you will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.

We’re hiring- all aboard for a fun and exciting job!

Job Summary:

The Assistant General Foreman aids in overseeing the daily functions of the Carman and the switching crew and coordinates with the third-party Car Cleaner Company. This position is also responsible for filling in for the General Foreman during their absence.

The Details:

Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: Starts at $25.40 an hour.

Why the Grand Canyon Railway?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are proud to offer these unique Grand Canyon experiences.

Life at the Grand Canyon Railway:

• No employee housing available
• Generous benefit program including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and more!
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits and Perks:

• Free gym and pool access
• Free train tickets
• Free entry to Bearizona
• Exclusive retail and dining discounts at GCR and other Xanterra properties
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities:

• Acquire full understanding and support of Xanterra's Mission Statement, Core Values, and Cultural Pillars.
• Communicate and organize daily goals, tasks, and routines to ensure employee safety and efficiency.
• Oversee switching, inspection, maintenance, and repair of railway cars and locomotives.
• Coordinates with third-party car cleaner company to ensure train cars meet cleanliness standards.
• Accurately prepare necessary forms and reports associated with train car and/or locomotive inspection and repair.
• Conduct job briefings throughout the day with staff and the management team.
• Effectively delegate staff to complete daily tasks.
• Attending management and staff meetings while communicating important information as required.
• Carries out switchman, carman, and Engineering duties, as needed.
• Support staff in necessary areas of labor as determined by daily duties.
• Maintain employee confidentiality and ensure all confidential information is secure.
• Cultivate a positive and professional work environment with staff and management.
• Ensure that work is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Work with Management and HR to document, assess, and address, all employee concerns.
• Ensure equipment is positioned for inspection, repair, and testing to meet the needs of the shift.
• Assist General Forman in scheduling staff appropriately based on business projections.
• Provide insight and recommendations to the management team regarding employees considered for promotion.
• Ensure that staff is adhering to and in compliance with all prescribed Company, statutory/regulatory policies and procedures regarding worker safety, vehicle operation, risk management, and DOT regulations.
• Works with the Management team and seeks ways to improve the current process to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Conduct GCORE and onboarding training with staff to ensure safety and compliance.
• Ensure that staff are adhering to all prescribed Environmental Management Systems (EMS) policies and corporate commitments to maintain ISO 14001 goals and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Current Yard Engineer Certification or must achieve certification within 90 days of employment
• Minimum of 2 years of railroad operation experience.
• Must possess a valid and clear Arizona Driver’s License and comply with GCR Special Instructions and the Xanterra/GCR Vehicle Policy.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.

Employment Conditions:

• Work safely to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries
• Works safely and efficiently to ensure company equipment is safely secured at all times.
• Wear protective equipment such as a hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe boots, and safety glasses as required by the job duties.
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work
• Complete annual training and pass the safety rules examination
• Requires random testing for drugs and/or alcohol
• Must pass all required assessments.
• May require a post-offer medical examination, including drug and physical capabilities test
• Work outside in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and on occasion at elevated heights.
• May be exposed to loud noise, fumes, and oils daily

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy work, lifting and pulling up to 70 pounds occasionally and up to 100 pounds on a rare basis
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/balance/climb regularly.
• Ability to walk one mile in under 20 minutes.
• Walk long distances on uneven terrain.
• Ability to set 5 hand breaks consecutively without stopping.
• Ability to recognize and interpret audible, visual, and olfactory conditions, signals, and warnings. Ability to distinguish colors, signals, or signs from a distance and at night or in poor lighting conditions.
• Exposure to equipment that intensifies the heat factor on an occasional basis

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.