Assistant Roundhouse Foreman

Description

Division/Department: Mechanical / Roundhouse

Job Title: Assistant Roundhouse Foreman

Reports To: Roundhouse Foreman

Classification: Exempt-Salary

Employee Classification: Full Time/Regular Classification

Location: Durango, CO

Pay: $62,000-$70,000/year DOE

We will be accepting applications for this position until 01/24/2025.

Job Summary: The Assistant Roundhouse Foreman’s primary purpose is to work directly with the Roundhouse Foreman to lead the personnel and work related to the year-round operations, maintenance, and repair of the D&SNG fleet of steam and diesel locomotives. This position will also work closely with Mechanical Department Management to provide input and recommendations towards the long-term planning of locomotive rebuilds and day-to-day upkeep and servicing; all performed in compliance with applicable federal regulations. The Assistant RH Foreman will be very active in the direct supervising, scheduling, and staffing of the locomotive maintenance team. The Assistant Roundhouse Foreman may be tasked to carry out the Roundhouse Foreman’s duties in their absence. 

The ideal candidate will be able to provide leadership, supervision, support, and knowledge to a team of up to 27 employees while simultaneously working to grow both the D&SNG steam, and diesel programs in a safe and productive work environment. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with Roundhouse Foreman to carry out a steam and diesel locomotive fleet maintenance schedule which adequately accommodates year-round operations. 
• Assist RH Foreman in assessing and determine individual locomotive needs and budget adequate personnel and resources to carry out the required work.
• Ensure that all locomotives remain in compliance with federal regulations. 
• Work to consistently maintain proper paperwork and documentation.
• Help to create and maintain a safe work environment that complies with all regulations and company policies and procedures. 
• Work alongside staff in a hands-on role towards the completion of scheduled work.
• Assist in leading, coordinating and directing multi-month projects ensuring timely completion.
• Help to mentor, train and provide performance and behavioral expectations to staff.
• Assist in the scheduling of all locomotive maintenance staffing.
• Participate in the selection and hiring of staff.
• Participate in disciplinary actions, performance reviews, and terminations, if required.
• Work with Purchasing Department on pricing of parts and supplies and maintain inventory.
• Communicate, coordinate, and cooperate with other departments.
• Ability to perform essential duties of Roundhouse Foreman.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education, Skill and Work Experience Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal English.
• Ability to use a variety of shop tools.
• Prior experience managing a workforce in an industrial setting is preferred.
• A working knowledge of diesel electric locomotive repair and maintenance practices.
• A working knowledge of steam locomotive repair, and maintenance practices.
• Ability to effectively understand and direct work in various trades including welding and machining.
• Must have ability to operate heavy equipment such as loader, forklift, and tractor. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a valid MVR
• Must be able to pass D&SNG pre-employment and ongoing physical capabilities exams.
• Must pass pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and random drug tests.
• Must interact effectively with co-workers, vendors and sub-contractors.
• Must have computer skills to maintain digital records and produce documents and communications in Word and

Work Conditions:

• Work primarily in a railroad shop environment with periods of outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Full-time, minimum 40 hours per week schedule.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that could include evenings and weekends.
• Extended periods of time walking or standing.
• Occasional work in confined spaces.
• Regular lifting in excess of 50 pounds.  

Salary : $62,000 - $70,000