Assistant General Manager

Company / Benefits Overview:

Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.

At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence . We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
• Life Insurance
• Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• On the Job Training
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

* Benefits are subject to change and may vary by labor agreement

Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!

Job Summary:

As an Assistant General Manager, you’ll play a key leadership role in overseeing all aspects of railroad operations including driving efficiency, strengthening customer relationships, and supporting the overall success of the business. You’ll partner closely with leadership to ensure operations stay on track financially and strategically while building strong teams and community connections.

This is an ideal role for a well-rounded leader who enjoys balancing operations, people leadership, and business performance.

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Responsibilities:

• Support the General Manager in managing the safety performance, operating practices, and financial productivity of the operation
• Assumes a leadership role in supervising crews, schedules, personnel, and maintains payroll within the targeted budget
• Partner with the General Manager and Human Resources on hiring and employee relations according to policies when necessary
• Coach and train both managers and employees in operating practices according to federal regulations and company policies
• Submit annual business plan and analyze daily/monthly performance of the railroads to determine changes in operations required to stay on plan
• Establish and maintain the railroad’s credibility with its customers
• Establish the railroad within the community it serves, especially relations with connecting carriers; local suppliers; local, state, and federal politicians and governmental agencies; and the business community
• Represent the railroad within industry trade associations
• Respond to and investigate accidents / incidents (derailments, personal injury, etc.), prepare associated reports and provide proper notification
• Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
• Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Walking long distances on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact in varying environmental conditions
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds from floor to waist and carry short distances
• Able to squat, bend and lift overhead
• Have good balance and coordination
• Must meet vision requirements (including color)

Skills and Experience:

• Ability to communicate effectively by letter, telephone, and personal interview with senior management, employees, customers, railroads, regulatory officials and the general public
• Thorough knowledge of railroad operations, including, but not limited to, transportation, dispatching, marketing, maintenance-of-way, mechanical, and clerical activities
• Management and leadership skills commensurate with the size of staff and property
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, the Code of Federal Regulations, and monthly financial reports
• Proficient computer skills and skills in Microsoft Office
• Prior sales and marketing experience preferred

Required Education and Credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred; two years of related experience may be substituted for each year of college
• Certified Locomotive Engineer certification preferred

Employment Requirements:

• Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
• May be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
• Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history

Relocation :

Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.


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