Regional Operations Manager GETR

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This position provides complete managerial oversight for assigned areas of responsibility. A safety first mindset and a "lead from the front" approach to management are essential for success in this role. The ideal candidate will have broad knowledge of railroad operations, including prior experience serving as an Engineer and Conductor, and will be willing to cover or assist in various roles as needed. This position is employed by an affiliated company of Patriot Rail.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Responsible for managing the safety, service performance, operating practices and financial performance of railroad operations

* Accountable for safety and environmental law compliance including adherence to all company policies and procedures

* Lead the execution of the railroad operations to meet or exceed budget and other financial goals through direction and interaction with the management team

* Direct planning and budget development of the railroad to support strategic business goals of the Region and Company

* Develops new business opportunities, ensures excellent customer service, expands business and maintains existing relationships

* Selects, trains, manages and coaches employees

* Implement Company policies and procedures and promote Company core values both within and outside the Organization

* Develop and maintain high performance standards and positive employee relations within the Railroad

* Build and maintain a positive relationship with customers and interchange partners

* Evaluate Railroad asset requirements and capital improvement projects to improve performance and asset utilization

* Accountable for the development and periodic review of operating procedures for all railroad including all technical, operational and support functions

* Ensure compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

* Review instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters, and discuss with locomotive engineer and train crew

* Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures

* Receive and transmit information by radio and telephone

* Read and understand bulletins, work orders, and switch lists

* Assist and instruct train crews to couple and uncouple cars, operate switches, and make minor repairs to railcars, including replacing heavy couplings or air brake hoses

* Work with customers to ensure accurate movement and placement of cars

* Maintain awareness of surrounding area and suspicious activity to ensure rail safety

* Comprehend color and/or hand signals and systems

* Quickly and repeatedly make precise adjustments in moving the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions

* Quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to visual symbols, signals and displays (sound, light, picture, etc.)

* Responsible for safe and efficient operation of the locomotive

* Operation of locomotive, which requires full mobility in seated position facing forward and to the side

* Requires the manipulation of throttle and brake controls as well as interpreting gauges and controls

* Must be able to manipulate valves and switches both inside and outside of the cab

* Applies and releases handbrakes

* Ascends and descends steps and ladders to get on and off the equipment

* Takes directions from conductors and brakemen

* Line switches

* Coupling cars

* Working on freight trains

* Laces air hoses

* Services the locomotive (brake shoes, oil, sand and fuel)

* Must report to work as called on a 24-hour schedule

* Must comply with all new and outstanding railroad instructions regarding the operation of the train

* Must comply with all federal regulations regarding the operation of the train air brakes

* Work Safely and Efficiently

* Completes work as directed by supervisors

* Must pass all job and health related examinations

* Perform switching, make-up and break-up trains

* Perform ground tasks of coupling and un-coupling cars, operating switches, etc.

* Maintain accurate records of cars handled, repairs performed, and track conditions encountered

* Communication with management, customer service, crew members, and connecting railroad

* Travel required to oversee Granite State Scenic Railroad in New Hampshire

* Additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Qualified candidates should have at least a high school diploma; Bachelor's degree strongly preferred

* Minimum of 5 to 8 years work experience in the railroad industry with supervisory duties

* Eligibility for Engineer/Conductor Certification

* Knowledge and understanding of FRA regulations required

* Current/prior railroad budget management experience required

* Strong management and customer relations skills required

* Medium to heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 80 pounds

* Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places

* Ride on the outside of rail equipment for long periods of time

* Walk long distances over uneven terrain

* Demonstrate auditory and visual acuity/tracking/inspection

* Must meet color vision requirements as described in the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Regulations

* Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions

* Valid Driver's license

COMPETENCIES:

* Verbal comprehension
Understand oral and written communications, both general and technical.

* Communication skills
Provide clear instructions/directions.

* Reasoning skills
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

* Functional/ Technical Skills
Has the technical and functional background to perform job duties at a high level of competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, handle objects, reach with hands and arms, write, talk, type and hear. Associate is occasionally required to sit, stoop, bend and/or kneel and lift and/or move up to 35 lbs. Associate is typically in an office environment but frequently travels and/or visits a warehouse or outdoor environment.

ANTICIPATED PERCENT OF TRAVEL:

50%-75%

SAFTEY:

Safety is the cornerstone value in our Company. Our employees are expected to live our values on the job in how we work, how we act, and how we create value. Safety is a personal responsibility. We are professionals and our activities must reflect that professionalism. Each team member must demonstrate safety advocacy every day - regardless of their role in the Company. Compliance with safety and operating rules is required and essential to our own safety and that of others.

"The Patriot Way."

At Patriot, we value our relationships - with our customers, employees, shareholders, communities and other stakeholders. We know that safety, integrity, reliability, ethical behavior and exceptional customer service are critical to building and maintaining strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Everyone at Patriot - from the mailroom to the boardroom - embraces those values. More importantly, as a team, we make it our business to demonstrate them in everything we do. It's "The Patriot Way."