What are the responsibilities and job description for the Roadmaster-Track position at Keolis America, Inc.?
At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS), we give every team member—and their ideas—a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength. If you’re looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you. We Imagine. We Care. We Commit!
Since 2014, Keolis Commuter Services has been entrusted with operating and maintaining the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). During this time, we have worked to deliver a safe and reliable service, thanks to the knowledge and dedication of our team, and our experience operating transit networks around the world. Today, we're proud of the progress we have made together to deliver a best-in-class service for the Greater Boston community.
We believe our people are what make us great. That is why we demonstrate a commitment to a safe, healthy, and inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. Your future starts here.
At Keolis Commuter Services, LLC we provide a competitive compensation package that is designed to be flexible and comprehensive to meet the needs of our hard-working employees and their families.
Benefits Package Highlights:
- Generous Medical & Rx plan
- Dental & Vision Plan
- Railroad Retirement Benefits – a federal program that administers retirement, survivor, unemployment, and sickness benefits to U.S. railroad workers and their families.
- Fidelity 401K Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Transit and Parking Reimbursement Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Sponsored Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefits
- Education Assistance
- Short- & Long-term Disability Benefits
- Voluntary Benefits Plan options including
- Supplemental health plans for accidents, critical illness, hospital stays
- Pet, Home, Auto insurance
Minimum Knowledge and Experience:
• Minimum of five years of practical experience in all aspects of track repair, construction and inspection
• Five years of supervisory experience in track construction, turnout and crossover preferred
• Trade school/college or equivalent work experience in construction preferred
• Conversant with FRA Track Safety Standards, FRA Roadway Workplace Safety Regulations, AREMA manual for railroad engineering, railroad safety rules, and railroad operating rules and instructions highly preferred
• Construction, surfacing, grade cross installation, CWR installation, track maintenance and track inspection
• Experience in the application of labor contracts preferred
Skills:
• Delivers high quality outputs using the Microsoft Office suite
• Key personal traits: forward thinking, proactive, resilient, sound judgement, innovative where it is required, driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence
• Possesses managerial leadership skills and communicates at interpersonal and intergroup levels
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, interpersonal, and presentational skills
• Communicates successfully with a variety of disciplines and levels, both internal and external
Key Accountabilities (Essential Job Duties):
• Demonstrates understanding and adheres to the KCS principles of Employee Engagement, Operational Excellence, Safety & Security, and Economic Performance
• Implements and monitors operational practices to ensure equipment reliability and quality service while ensuring a safe and productive workplace
• Complies with and ensures staff compliance with all safety rules and procedures, plus reports all hazards as required
• Supervises and oversees the activities of all Track employees assigned to Supplemental Work projects for compliance with the applicable Federal, State, and Company rules and regulations as well as KCS / MBTA Contract Agreements
• Schedules and tracks projects from both construction and financial aspects
• Analyzes efficient utilization of departmental resources, workforce, and facilities to continuously identify improvement in work practices and scheduling
• Complies with and ensures staff compliance with rules and regulations governing the railroad
• Supports quality assurance of work performed by Track employees assigned to Supplemental Work projects
• Ensures compliance of direct reports with all related safety rules, time reporting, procedures and report all hazards as required
• Identifies training needs and assist in the formulation and implementation of programs as required
• Administers collective bargaining agreements through regular job performance
• Ensures compliance with KCS equal employment policies, safety rules, and operating rules
• Supervises, manages, and schedules the day-to-day tasks of various production crews as well as outside contractors
• Completes other duties as assigned
Requirements:
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent educational credential
• A valid driver’s license is required to successfully travel throughout the Commuter Rail network and locations as assigned
Working Conditions (including Physical Demands):
• Covers special planned work, including some nights and weekends
• Responds to emergency calls at all items in a 24/7 transportation environment
Additional Statements:
• Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination.
• Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities. Together we can become the most successful transportation company in the world.
• Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate.
• EEO statement: Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
• Disclaimer and closing statement: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and Keolis retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties of this position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Keolis is committed to offering our employees competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.
