What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUPERVISOR TRACK INSPECTIONS position at Norfolk Southern Corp?
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Primary Purpose:
Performs Track Inspection on an assigned territory to provide a safe, fast, and reliable infrastructure network at the lowest possible cost. Assists with the training and supervision of track employees on an assigned territory.
Principal Duties:
- Inspects all assigned track, both company as well as customer owned, as required by company and federal requirements. Detects abnormalities in the track structure and is able to determine the proper course of action for immediate correction, whenever possible, or other remedial action to protect the movement of trains without unnecessary delay.
- Assumes the responsibilities and duties of his manager on alternate weekends and holidays, and whenever the manager is absent.
- Provides necessary inspection record reports, and assists with correspondence, material requisitions, charge-outs, payroll approval, procurement, and credit card review.
- Assists in planning and organizing the work to be done on a territory within the authorized budget.
- Must have FRA certification for track/bridge inspection, roadway worker in charge (RWIC) qualification, and knowledge of Norfolk Southern Safety and Operating Rules.
Job Related Experience:
Minimum Level: Not specified Preferred Level: Not specified
Education:
Preferred Level: Associate's Degree (Any)
Preferred Majors:
Engineering
Licenses / Certifications: Required: None listed Preferred: None listed
Technical Skills: None listed
Skills and Abilities:
- Identifying and Considering Alternatives
- Planning and Organizing
- Communication Skills
- Decision Making
- People Development
Career Path:
Predecessor Jobs: None listed
Future Jobs:
- Track Supervisor
Work Conditions
Environment: Outdoor/Field
Shift Work: No
On-Call: Yes
Weekend Work: Yes
Travel Required: 0 - 2 Days per Month,
Company Overview
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes.
At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.
