Job Summary:As the Manager of Signals & Communications, you'll be the go-to leader ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of all signals, communication, and wayside detection systems across your assigned territory. You'll oversee the full lifecycle of these critical systems-from installation and maintenance to inspections and quality control while also supporting and developing the teams who keep them running every day.
If you enjoy blending hands-on technical expertise with leadership and strategic planning, this role puts you at the center of safe and efficient rail operations.
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Responsibilities:- Oversee the installation, maintenance, and inspection of all railway crossing and signal systems, wayside detectors, and communication systems ensuring proper function and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Perform regular quality control and functionality testing of signal systems within assigned territory
- Develop, write and enforce specifications and work procedures
- Collaborate with regulatory authorities ensuring compliance with regulatory recordkeeping requirements
- Support hiring new employees to fill vacancies; train all employees in operating practices according to federal regulations and company policies; and administer discipline as needed
- Identify maintenance and rehabilitation priority projects; seek external funding opportunities at the local, state, and federal level in support of capital projects
- Perform profitability analysis, manage third-party financing, and develop plans and specifications for all related projects
- Build and manage signal operating and capital budgets
- Prepare cost estimates for signal and communication projects; determine internal and external (contractor) labor assignments and costs
- Manage all required procurement for installation, maintenance, and inspection of signal systems within assigned territory
- Prepare reports and analysis for regional management
- Promote safety operations
- Manage projects and perform other duties as assigned
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:- Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
- Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions
- Walking on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact
- Able to squat, bend and lift overhead for extended periods of kneeling or crouching (bending at the knees)
- Occasional lifting of equipment and tools up to 89 pounds
Skills and Experience:- Technical and Regulatory Railroad knowledge
- Proficient computer skills in CAD, Microsoft, and specialized railroad-signal software (e.g., data event recorder, railway crossing controller, and wayside detector controller)
- Knowledge of wayside/crossing detection and control and other signal-related apparatuses (Example: ABS, CTC, Search Light and Color Light Signals, Hot Box Detectors, Interlockers and AEI Readers, GCP3000+, MS4000, XP4, PMD-3, GCP4000/5000)
- Enterprise data systems: Microsoft Dynamics GP, RMI, e-procurement
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- Ability to collaborate across departments
- Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment
Required Education and Credentials:- Technical degree in electro-mechanics or related field, or 5+ years of railroad operating supervisory experience
- Prior experience in Class 1 railroad signal maintenance, installation and signal design preferred
- CROR and GCOR qualified
Employment Requirements:- Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
- May be subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
- Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history
Relocation:
Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.
