Chief Mechanical Officer - Owosso, MI

Chief Mechanical OfficerJob Location: GLC - Owosso, MI Office Location: Onsite Employment Type: Salary Job Type: Full TimeStart a Watco Career and Discover the Difference Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all or the same team. One Watco.Here's what you can expect from Watco:Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and NewsweekCompetitive compensation and benefitsPaid on-the-job training with peer trainersTraining for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance CenterLeadership and development programs offered through Watco UniversityCareer advancement opportunitiesJob SummaryThe Chief Mechanical Officer (forthwith called the CMO), reports directly to the General Manager of the Railroad and is responsible for daily reports, parts inventory and ordering, locomotive maintenance, scheduling, compliance with company policies and procedures, governmental regulations and working within a planned budget.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesImplementation of and compliance with the company safety plan, including drug and alcoholCoordinate daily locomotive needs with the dispatcher or local managementInspect, test, and maintain locomotives and its components according to FRA guidelines and compile records to comply with FRA and company rules and regulationsMaintain a reliable inventory of material for the proper maintenance of locomotivesPossess working knowledge of the proper use of various wear limit gauges and testing equipmentPossess the ability to complete written forms and reports as well as necessary Federal Railroad Administration reports pertaining to CMO position responsibilitiesMust become familiar with state and federal regulations as it relates to the railroad industryAble to perform emergency repairs and re-railing of railroad rolling stockAble to solve practical problems where only limited standardization exists. Able to interpret and delegate instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formMust have a working knowledge of and be familiar with various types of tools and equipment such as, but not limited to, welders, torches, hammers, jacks, and various types of other mechanical, air, and hand tools pertaining to the construction and maintenance of rolling stockDevelop the skills of subordinate team member(s) to assure highly qualified successors are in placeAccountable for the preparation and administration of performance appraisals for direct reporting team membersReview and approve all performance appraisals prepared and administered by subordinatesQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be able to pass and/or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position and location. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Must have completed a three-year Railroad Apprenticeship or equivalent related railroad experience, or experience in some other mechanical field and have working knowledge of FRA, AAR and OSHA regulations as it pertains to locomotives and repair facilitiesAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or Team MembersAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometryMust possess valid driver's license and be insurable by company insurance provider to drive and operate company vehicles and equipment as necessaryMust have or must be able to obtain a Class B CDL driver's licenseMust have the ability to become a qualified Service Engineer according to Federal Railroad Administration regulations and may be required to perform electrical dutiesEducation Must be 18years of age or older High School or GED equivalent