Assistant Trainmaster Position Available In New Hanover, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Assistant Trainmaster position at Wilmington Terminal Railroad LLC involves assisting the trainmaster in managing safety, operations, customer satisfaction, and financial productivity. Responsibilities include promoting a safe work environment, overseeing crews, and conducting incident investigations. Requirements include five years of railroad industry experience, knowledge of safety rules, and good communication skills. This position requires an associate degree or equivalent experience, with a valid driver's license preferred. The employer is Genesee & Wyoming Inc., an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Description
Post
Assistant Trainmaster
Job Category:
Transportation and Train Crew
Requisition Number:
ASSIS007611
Posting Details
Posted:
April 30, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
Locations
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Wilmington Terminal Railroad LLC (WTRY)
Wilmington, NC 284010000, USA Job Details
Description SUMMARY:
The person in this position assists the trainmaster in managing the safety performance, operating practices, customer satisfaction, and financial productivity of the operation to which he or she is assigned.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with trainmaster to promote a safe work environment
Know customer requirements of assigned operation and assist in implementing work processes to meet or exceed customer expectations
Assist in railcar switching function as required
Assist trainmaster in the training and development of employees
Take a leadership role in supervising crews and helping the trainmaster in maintaining payroll within the targeted budget
Occasionally represent the railroad at customer meetings and interface with serving railroads when needed to protect customer and the railroad’s best interests
Assist in conducting incident investigations and helping the trainmaster in proper notification and documentation
Develop a management style consistent with G&W core values (focus, integrity, respect, and excellence) that encourages results-oriented performance from all employees
Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Five years of work experience in the railroad industry; knowledge and understanding of operating rules and procedures
Knowledge and understanding of safety rules and procedures
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to work off-hours to make contact with customer and employees working any shift
Good computer skills (word processing software, database applications, and e-mail)
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS
Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; bachelor’s degree preferred
Valid driver’s license This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting. Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer
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