BNSF Railway Company

General Roadmaster - Denver, CO

BNSF Railway Company • $110K — $122K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current or previous experience as a Roadmaster
  • BNSF First Line Supervisor (FLS) Certification required
  • Completion of BNSF Tier III Certification from a Manager of Engineering
  • Strong knowledge of rules, procedures, and railroad union agreements
  • In-depth understanding of Maintenance of Way track standards
  • Familiarity with safe railroad operations and practices
  • Safety-focused with strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Basic accounting skills and computer literacy

Responsibilities

  • Serve as territory point of contact for technology rollouts
  • Track and utilize assets effectively
  • Provide technical expertise and mentorship to new Roadmasters
  • Support Division Engineer with special projects or additional duties
  • Offer supplemental Division Engineer coverage for the territory
  • Assist in capital planning and training with Mgr. Roadway Planning as needed

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care options including medical, dental, and vision
  • Employer contributions to health care spending accounts (HSA)
  • Life and disability insurance at no cost
  • Family benefits including adoption reimbursement and dependent care accounts
  • Discounts on travel and wellness services
  • Annual bonus through the Incentive Compensation Program
  • Generous leave policies
Full Job Description

Job Location: Denver, CO (PWR)
Anticipated Start Date: 10/16/2026
Number of Positions: 1

Salary Range: $110,430 - $122,700

Salary Band: 30

The minimum of the posted pay range reflects the established entry rate for this position. Scheduled employees hired into this role will receive the entry rate.

Communication with applicants may be done via email. Please check your email daily.

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

This is a full-time position is located in Denver, CO (PWR)

Travel is required approximately 50% - 70%

Key responsibilities may include:

In addition to the responsibilities currently performed by Roadmasters, a GENERAL Roadmaster may be expected to:
    • Territory point of contact for territory technology rollouts
    • Asset utilization and tracking
    • Assist the Division Engineer in providing technical expertise and mentorship to new Roadmasters
    • Assist the Division Engineer on special projects or other duties as assigned
    • Supplemental Division Engineer coverage for the territory
    • Assist Mgr. Roadway Planning with STAMPs capital planning and training on an as needed basis


Daily work is conducted in an indoor/outdoor safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.

Relocation assistance may be offered based on business needs

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position's duties.

Basic Qualifications:

    • Must currently hold a Roadmaster position OR have previous Roadmaster experience
    • BNSF First Line Supervisor (FLS) Certification
    • Must have obtained BNSF Tier III Certification from a Manager of Engineering Certification
    • Must have thorough knowledge of rules, procedures, and applicable railroad union agreements
    • Must have strong working knowledge of Maintenance of Way track standards
    • Must have a strong working knowledge of safe railroad operations and practices
    • Must be safety conscious and able to support and contribute to a strong safety process
    • Must be self-directed, motivated, and have good interpersonal and communication skills
    • Capability to work in an office and field environment, climb ladders, and walk on uneven surfaces safely
    • Computer literacy and basic accounting skills
    • Must have the ability to communicate well, one-on-one, and in groups
    • Willing to work extra hours to meet deadlines


Preferred Qualification:

    • An Engineering based Bachelor's Degree or other Construction Management related field
    • Five years of experience in Maintenance of Way track standards in a supervisory capacity
    • Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft desktop applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
    • Knowledge of company operations relative to the Engineering Department


At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

  • An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
  • A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
  • Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
  • Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
  • Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
  • Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
  • Generous leave / time off policies.
  • For more information, visit Benefits.


Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

About BNSF Railway Company

BNSF Railway Company is one of the largest freight railroad networks in North America, with 32,500 miles of rail across the western two-thirds of the United States. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. BNSF Railway Company is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and operates as a standalone entity. The company provides transportation services for a wide range of commodities, including consumer goods, coal, industrial products, and agricultural products. BNSF Railway Company has a strong commitment to safety and environmental sustainability, and has invested heavily in technology and infrastructure to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
Learn more about BNSF Railway Company
Size
42,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1994

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