Asst Superintendent Terminal Service - 90367698 - Washington
Washington, DC, US, 20002
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Job Summary
Manages road and terminal operations within an assigned geographic or functional area to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient rail service. Provides leadership to front‑line managers and operational employees by setting expectations, monitoring performance, enforcing operating rules, and coordinating resources across functions. Accountable for operational execution, employee safety, regulatory compliance, and service delivery outcomes in alignment with organizational objectives. This position is accountable for the safe and efficient movement of trains and for the oversight/leadership of first-line managers and train and engine crews assigned to Washington Terminal. This position works heavily with Mechanical, Stations, Customer Service and IMCS departments. This position will focus on operational performance within Washington Terminal, including Initial Terminal Performance, Through-Train Performance, and train make-up.
Essential Functions
• Direct and manage day‑to‑day road and terminal operations, including train assembly, equipment utilization, and execution of operating plans to meet service, safety, and reliability targets.
• Lead, coach, and hold accountable subordinate managers and operational employees; support workforce planning, hiring, training, qualification maintenance, and performance management in accordance with company policies and labor agreements
• Ensure adherence to operating rules, safety policies, and applicable regulatory requirements; investigate incidents, address non‑compliance, and implement corrective actions to mitigate operational and employee risk.
• Responds to service disruptions, emergencies, and abnormal operating conditions within the area of responsibility; make timely decisions to minimize operational impact and restore service
• Partner with internal (e.g., Mechanical, Customer Service, Infrastructure/Maintenance) and external (carrier railroad managers) stakeholders to resolve operational constraints, improve processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
- Plus 7 years of relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated experience with train operations, crew base, crew management, operations, train handling and service delivery.
- Qualified or ability to be qualified on the physical characteristics for Washington Terminal
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
- Plus 9 years of relevant work experience.
- Experience with Power BI or Tableau
- Leadership experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Proficiency in managing day-to-day train assembly, equipment handling, and executing the Operating Plan for a terminal, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to schedules
• Ability to analyze operational data and real‑time conditions, exercise judgment under pressure, and make sound decisions with operational, safety, and workforce impact in mind.
• Strong aptitude for collaborating closely with leaders from various departments such as Road Operations, Customer Service, Mechanical, and Infrastructure Maintenance & Construction Services (IMCS), fostering effective communication and teamwork to maintain service quality and infrastructure stability
• Demonstrated ability to lead through front‑line managers, address performance and conduct issues, and maintain productive labor and employee relations
• Thorough knowledge of rail operating practices, terminal and road operations, and supervisory principles sufficient to manage complex, regulated operations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey expectations, document decisions, and collaborate across organizational boundaries.
Environmental Conditions/Physical Demands
The salary/hourly range is $113,200.00 – $146,664.00. 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:167401
Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%
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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.
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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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