Road Foreman I/II - 90036686 - Pontiac
Pontiac, MI, US, 48342
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Job Summary
This Road Foreman position is accountable for the safe and efficient movement of trains and for the oversight of T&E agreement employee crews. This includes the management and monitoring of employee record-keeping, efficiency testing and compliance with all Amtrak, Federal and State policies, operating requirements and rules. The Road Foreman initiates action for non-compliance and recommends appropriate action for resolution in a consistent and fair manner. They will execute and manage the area's safety plan in compliance with federal, state, and local rules and regulations to ensure goals are met and will be responsible for the safety and efficient railroad operations within assigned territory.
This position is a tiered position. Incumbents will have a position level assigned based on their skills and experience, and in alignment with position development plans. Position placement is at Amtrak’s sole and absolute discretion.
Essential Functions
- Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to engineers and conductors
- Ensures bulletins, equipment and postings adhere to labor, federal and Amtrak regulations
- Monitor employees for compliance with policies and operating practices
- Initiate action for non-compliance in a consistent and fair manner
- Manage employees and train operations to optimize OTP and make recommendations to improve performance
- Respond to service disruptions 24/7
- Implement safety plans
- Provide written & oral reports
- Interview, select & manage new-hire locomotive engineers and conductors
- Manage and oversee locomotive engineer and conductor certification requirements
- Administer engineer and conductor recertification courses and operating rules classes
- Conduct efficiency tests, ensure compliance and maintain employee records
- Ensure engine crews attend training classes, documenting and reporting training; communicate with carrier railroad managers regarding territory operations.
- Manage crew base budget
- Ensure optimum safety, customer service, and on-time performance in compliance with all federal, state, local, and Amtrak rules and regulations
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience
- Class I train service Engineer Certification and demonstrated experience
- 3 years of relevant work experience
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of relevant work experience
- Qualified as a designated supervisor of locomotive engineers (DSLE)
- Qualified on physical characteristics of territory
- Demonstrated supervisory experience - leading and managing others with different levels of expertise
- Demonstrated experience with crew base management, operations, train operations and service delivery
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Superior communication skills encompassing writing, speaking, and presentation
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in CFR 236 Subpart I (PTC) regulations, CFR Part 240 regulations, Amtrak’s Airbrake and Train Handling Instruction, Operating Rules, and Safety Rules
- Skilled in developing and delivering comprehensive training and testing programs with proven results
- Demonstrate appropriate leadership traits through practical work experience, such as independence, initiative, collaboration, and mentoring
Work Environment
- Spends approximately 25% of work time in an office setting, utilizing a computer, keyboard, monitor, and mouse to complete various administrative and operational tasks
- Spends approximately 75% of work time in an outdoor railroad operating environment, which includes walking on uneven surfaces and performing physical activities such as reaching, bending, and stretching to board and detrain equipment
- Regularly works extended hours as operational needs require, including being on-call and available to respond to emergencies
- Is considered on duty at all times and must remain available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays
- Frequently operates in high-pressure or crisis situations, requiring timely decision-making based on limited or incomplete information
- Frequently works outdoors and is exposed to varying and adverse weather conditions
- Regularly resolves complex problems involving competing priorities in cognitively demanding situations
- Consistently works in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with shifting priorities
- Often manages multiple projects simultaneously
- Subject to travel, sometimes with minimal notice due to service disruptions
The salary for a Road Foreman I is $127,000 and the salary for a Road Foreman II is $137,000. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
| Health and Wellbeing | Financial and Retirement | Work and Family Life Support |
| Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance | 401K with Employer Match | Generous Paid Time Off |
| Wellness Programs | Railroad Retirement Benefits | Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care |
| Health Savings Account | Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness | Fertility and Family Building Benefits |
| No-cost Personal Health Advocate | Student Loan Assistance | Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance |
| Medical Plan Opt-out Credit | Tuition and Education Reimbursement | Paid Family Leave |
| Life Insurance | Rail Pass Privileges | |
| Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance | Employee Assistance Program | |
| No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions | Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts |
Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
Requisition ID:166447
Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 50%
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Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.
Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.
In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.
In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.
Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
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