Watco · 1 day ago
Assistant Roadmaster - Owosso, MI
Owosso, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWatco is a company that keeps the world's supply chain moving through its short line railroads and logistics hubs. The Assistant Roadmaster is responsible for overseeing railroad track infrastructure, managing inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Customer ServiceLogisticsTransportationWarehousing
Responsibilities
Manage, direct, and provide insight on inspection, repair and maintenance of the railroad track infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient service to our customers
Supervise and develop work plans, budgets, proposals, and capital spending in conjunction with the General Manager, Divisional Engineer, and other departments
Comply with performance goals, quality standards, and monitor both quality and quantity to ensure profitability and efficiency
Sufficient experience or equivalent working knowledge and understanding of all railroad infrastructure to include CFR Title 49 Part 213 and 214
Manage and ensure a positive relationship between all of our customers, vendors, contractors, and other local, county and state agencies on railroad concerns
Oversee production work and third-party contractors on territory to ensure work is performed to safety standards and company policy
Perform regular track inspections including joint inspections with track inspectors and other departments. Work with track inspectors to develop and follow inspection schedule including audit inspections of customer’s railroad infrastructure
Accountable for asset utilization. This will entail routine evaluation of Railroad requirements, capital improvement projects to maximize efficiency
Accountable for the preparation and administration of performance appraisals for personnel reporting directly to him/her. Help to develop career paths for Team Members by assigning appropriate type and level of training needed. Ensure annual classroom training is completed
Evaluate and document performance of Team Members directly reporting to him/her to include disciplinary action as needed
Conduct efficiency testing and monitor safe working practices in the field
Interview and hire for open positions
Ensure Team Members have the proper tools, materials, and equipment needed to include a maintenance schedule to ensure safe operations of tools, equipment, and vehicles
Respond promptly to all accidents, incidents, or emergency calls
Read and accurately interpret company documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and federal and state regulations. Should have a general understanding of reading blueprints and other technical materials
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years relevant track maintenance and supervisory experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability 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 Members of organization
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions and solve problems furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Must possess valid driver's license and be insurable by company insurance provider to drive and operate company vehicles and equipment as necessary
Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent
Benefits
Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
Competitive compensation and benefits
Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center
Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
Career advancement opportunities
Company
Watco
Watco is a full-service supply chain solutions provider specializing in rail, transloading, and logistics.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.57BKey Investors
Duration Capital Partners
2025-09-03Debt Financing· $250M
2025-06-17Private Equity· $600M
2024-07-10Debt Financing· $700M
Leadership Team
Dan Smith
Chief Executive Officer
Andy Cordischi
SVP, Chief Information Officer
Recent News
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