Job Location: Henrietta, MO - Marceline West (CHI)
Anticipated Start Date: 10/16/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: $106,900 - $117,590
Salary Band: 29
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-timeposition is located in Henrietta, MO - Marceline West (CHI)
Travel is required approximately 50% - 70%
This position reports to the Division Engineer
Key responsibilities may include:
Plan, coordinate, prioritize and supervise maintenance crews in the efficient, safe and economic performance of their duties to ensure track structure is maintained and upgraded to meet BNSF and FRA standards
Work with local, county and state agencies on weed control, grade crossing and drainage problems to create good public relations
Coordinate track maintenance work with other departments to maximize work efforts and train operations
Perform inspection of track by riding trains, walking and hi-rail
Address technical training, safety training, following up on safety issues, maintaining contact with field personnel and helping to enhance overall quality and safety guidelines and allotments
Ensure compliance and application of company policies, i.e., BNSF's Equal Employment Policy, Safety Rules, applicable scheduled agreements, FRA Standards and government regulations
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:- Current BNSF employee with FLS Certification
- Must have obtained Tier III certification from a Manager of Engineering Certification
- Ability to be "on-call" for emergency situations
- Must have a strong working knowledge of safe railroad operations and practices
- Possess working knowledge of railroad union agreements
- Strong working knowledge of Maintenance of Way track standards
- Show active commitment and urgency for establishing safer work practices toward the ultimate goal of an injury-free work environment
- Computer literacy and basic accounting skills
- Must have the ability to communicate well, one-on-one and in groups
- Able to work safely in the above working conditions
- Travel to various locations in a geographic region and remain on site for extended periods, sometimes days or weeks at a time
- Able to meet the above travel requirements
- Subject to "on-call" and must respond to emergencies at any time
- Willing to work extra hours to meet deadlines
- Capability to work in an office and field environment, climb ladders and walk on uneven surfaces safely
Preferred Qualification:- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or other engineering 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.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.