Location: Fort Worth, TX Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire Starting Salary: $64,000/year — higher salary available depending on experience
Position Summary
We are hiring a Railroad Field Supervisor to oversee crews performing railcar repairs, derailment recovery, load adjustment and transfer, and track maintenance or construction.
This position combines field leadership with hands-on operations. The Supervisor will coordinate crews, monitor job-site safety, oversee equipment use, communicate with customers and regulatory personnel, and ensure work is completed properly and efficiently.
Responsibilities
Direct daily assignments and activities for field crews.
Conduct safety meetings and enforce required PPE, FRA, DOT, and company safety procedures.
Oversee field projects and participate in hands-on work and equipment operation when needed.
Monitor work quality, productivity, and overall project progress.
Communicate with railroad customers and regulatory agencies throughout assignments.
Complete payroll, equipment usage, and project reports accurately.
Train, coach, and evaluate employees.
Prepare project estimates and job quotes covering labor, equipment, and logistics.
Inspect equipment and help ensure machinery is maintained and ready for use.
Support derailment response, railcar repair, load adjustment/transfer, and track maintenance and construction activities.
Qualifications
At least 2 years of railroad industry experience.
Knowledge of DOT, FRA, and railroad safety requirements.
Previous crew leadership or supervisory experience.
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
Experience using Microsoft Office and reporting systems.
Valid driver's license; Class A or B CDL preferred.
Experience operating heavy equipment, including cranes and excavators.
Ability to read and understand load charts and rigging practices.
Ability to work effectively in a hands-on field environment.
Work Requirements
Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
Frequent travel and overnight assignments.
Physically demanding work, including lifting and walking over uneven terrain.
Extended work hours may be required based on project and emergency response needs.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) — vested after 2 years
Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
Paid Time Off and holidays
Career advancement opportunities
Numbers & Facts
Location
Fort Worth, TX
Skills
Automotive Industryunmatched
Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
Class A Licenseunmatched
Coachingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Craneunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Emergency Responseunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Excavatorunmatched
Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Maintenance Servicesunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Performance Reviewsunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Project Estimatesunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Quality Monitoringunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Safety Processunmatched
Safety Trainingunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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