Responsibilities: • Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in repair and maintenance of railroad railcars and passenger cars. • Reads management and railcar alert reports of railcar problems or malfunctions to determine repairs to be made. • Assigns duties to workers based on worker abilities and nature of required repairs. • Observes progress of work to ensure adherence to prescribed procedures and adherence to company and governmental standards. • Directs workers to perform preventive maintenance of railcar components, such as wheelsets, side frames and bolsters, lading, and air brakes. • Monitors stock of replacement parts to detect shortages of parts needed for future repair and maintenance, and requisitions needed parts. • Examines shop equipment, such as welding machines and ASCTD’s, to verify that equipment meets safety and performance standards. • Patrols work sites to observe methods, to inspect safety equipment, and to ensure compliance with company, AAR, and governmental regulations. • Monitors safety, quality and production performance in shop, terminal and outline points. • Works with the Operations team to develop plans to ensure the operational needs are met. • Routinely audits railcar billing and inspects equipment on regular bases to ensure compliance. • Assist in troubleshooting and repairing railcars and equipment as needed. • Coach and train mechanical employees on safe and productive work procedures. • Responsible for keeping track of employee time associated with hourly shop budgets. • Responsible for maintaining shop expense budget along with yearly capital request. • Performs all other duties as assigned. Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience: • 5-10 years of experience as railcar, diesel, automotive or aircraft mechanic or technical Certifications required. • Mechanical Aptitude, must understand and apply mechanical principles, make judgments regarding defects for repairs and replacement. • Knowledge of Railcar components required. • Experienced in FRA & AAR inspections required. • Knowledge of power and hydraulic tools. • Welding and oxygen/acetylene torching experience. • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulations. • Knowledge of federal railroad regulations. • Must be able to read and understand service and parts manuals. • Prior management experience required. • Must have a safe driving record. Physical Requirements: • Able to perform physical strenuous work. • Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch. • Requires constant standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, and balancing in a safe manner. • Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 lbs. • Travel up to 80% as business needs require. Environmental Conditions: Performs duties in multiple environments including office, shop and outside settings, in and around moving vehicles and rail equipment. Exposure to weather elements; and appropriate PPE required. Benefits: R.J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following: • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment) • Company paid life insurance • Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance • Voluntary identity theft protection • Flexible spending account benefits • Paid maternity leave • 8 paid holidays • Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment) • Employee Assistance Program • 401K retirement savings plan • Work boot allowance • Employee referral program • Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to a safe and drug free workplace. R.J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R.J. Corman a safe and drug free company.