Trainmaster

TRAINMASTERPURPOSE OF THE POSITION The Trainmaster is responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of trains and rail traffic within the assigned territory, including yard, terminal, and mainline operations. This position provides direct leadership and oversight to Train & Engine employees and ensures daily operating plans are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies, operating rules, and applicable regulatory requirements. The Trainmaster is expected to lead by example, promote a strong safety culture, maintain operational discipline, coach and develop employees, and identify opportunities to improve safety, service, productivity, and overall operating performance. The position requires a hands-on leader who can effectively manage employees and operations in a fast-paced, 24/7 railroad environment. POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES Operations and Service · Direct and oversee daily train, yard, terminal, and mainline operations within the assigned territory. · Coordinate train movements, switching activities, crew assignments, and other operating requirements to support safe and efficient railroad operations. · Develop, implement, and monitor daily operating plans to meet customer service commitments and company performance objectives. · Collaborate with internal departments, customers, connecting carriers, and other external partners to improve yard and mainline fluidity and minimize operational delays. · Monitor train performance, terminal activity, crew utilization, equipment availability, and other operational conditions and make adjustments as necessary. · Identify operating constraints and service disruptions and take appropriate action to restore normal operations. · Ensure appropriate communication and coordination between Train & Engine employees, dispatching, mechanical, maintenance-of-way, customer service, and management. · Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities to improve safety, service, productivity, efficiency, and cost control. Safety and Regulatory Compliance · Provide visible leadership in promoting and maintaining a strong safety culture. · Ensure operations are conducted in accordance with company operating rules, safety policies, General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR), and applicable Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requirements. · Monitor employee compliance with operating rules, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements and take appropriate corrective action when deficiencies are identified. · Conduct operational observations, efficiency testing, train rides, field inspections, safety meetings, job briefings, and other safety-related activities. · Identify unsafe conditions, behaviors, or operating practices and ensure timely corrective action. · Participate in and, when assigned, lead investigations involving operating rule violations, safety incidents, injuries, derailments, property damage, service failures, and other operational events. · Document investigation findings and recommend appropriate corrective, disciplinary, training, or preventive actions consistent with company policy. · Respond to derailments, incidents, injuries, service disruptions, and other emergencies as required. · Maintain accurate records and documentation associated with operating activities, testing, investigations, training, and regulatory compliance. Employee Leadership and Development · Provide direct supervision, leadership, coaching, and performance management to Train & Engine employees. · Establish clear expectations regarding safety, attendance, operating performance, customer service, professionalism, and compliance with company rules. · Conduct regular field observations and provide timely coaching and feedback to employees. · Recognize positive performance and address performance or conduct deficien…

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