Track Maintenance Crew Leader

The person in this position oversees crews in the performance of track maintenance and is responsible for the oversight of both the maintenance and repair activities surrounding the Maintenance of Way job (MoW) or project functions. Responsibilities include training of employees; planning, assigning and directing work; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.

· Direct and manage the day-to-day activities of the Maintenance of Way crew.

· Interface with others to ensure efficient and organized operations of the railroad along with the maintenance of the track.

· Enforce compliance with safety procedures.

· Monitor and closely control all maintenance and other related costs associate with Maintenance of Way work.

· Assist to ensure department meets its track, signal and capital projects service goals.

· Manage other projects and perform other duties.

· Promote a safe work environment and ensure safety of others is always maintained.

· Two plus years of related work experience in Track Maintenance MOW/Railroad engineering

· CWR Training

· CFR 213 Training

· Certification FRA 49 CFR 213.7(a) class ready completed a plus

Prior experience in Railroad Track Maintenance is required for this position.

Required education and/or credentials:

· High school diploma or GED

· Valid Driver's License required

· Minimum Class B CDL preferred

The statement stated in this job description reflect the general details as necessary to describe the basic function, essential job duties/responsibilities, and job requirements typically required, and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the job. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned; including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Although the use of Marijuana and other Cannabis products are legal in the State of Connecticut, The Housatonic Railroad Company is federally regulated by the Federal Rail Administration, therefor all potential employees are required to pass a drug test before employment and will be subject to random drug testing throughout employment if hired.

HRRC works tirelessly to prevent accidents and injuries. Safety is an individual responsibility as well as a team effort to prevent accidents and injuries. In line with our commitment to safety, the applicant selected for this position may be required to successfully complete medical screenings and a background check.

We are a short-line railroad that has a north-south line from Pittsfield, MA to Danbury, CT and an east-west line from Danbury, CT to Derby, CT covering over 160 miles. We provide local service to customers throughout western Connecticut and Massachusetts. We interchange with CSX in Pittsfield, MA. Our trains operate 6 days per week and our crews enjoy the comfort of going home every night.

All our employees have railroad retirement tax status. We provide competitive pay and benefits.

Additional information about HRRC can be found at www.hrrc.com

HRRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

HRRC and its subsidiaries are not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at HRRC via-email, Internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement in place with the HR department will be deemed the sole property of HRRC. No placement fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
  
• Employee assistance program
  
• Flexible spending account
  
• Health insurance
  
• Life insurance
  
• Paid time off
  
• Vision insurance
  

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person