Track Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

The Track Foreman leads an independent maintenance crew responsible for maintaining industrial spur, yard and terminal, and mainline track infrastructure. This role oversees routine inspections and repairs, tie and rail replacement, switch and crossing maintenance, and track construction and rehabilitation. The position primarily follows standard daytime hours but requires frequent emergency response and occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise an independent track maintenance crew.
• Inspect track and coordinate routine maintenance and defect repairs.
• Maintain industrial spur, yard and terminal, and mainline track.
• Perform tie and rail replacement, switch maintenance, and crossing maintenance.
• Support track construction, rehabilitation, turnout construction, and crossing installation.
• Perform thermite welding and operate or coordinate on-track machinery and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with railroad safety requirements and Roadway Worker Protection practices.
• Respond to track incidents and emergencies, and engage with customers as needed.

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in railroad track maintenance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass eRail Safe requirements.
• Ability to travel from time to time.

Preferred Qualifications

• eRail experience or certification.
• Roadway Worker Protection qualification.
• Knowledge of 213 standards.
• Knowledge of 214 standards.
• Knowledge of DOT/HOS compliance.