Leadman- QC

Job Title: Leadman            

Status & Salary:  Non-Exempt, hourly; based on related experience and skills

Company Overview:

Queen City Railroad Construction, Inc operates as a railroad construction contractor for building and repairing railroad tracks primarily in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Southern regions of the United States.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Lead the construction team in the required daily tasks when Foreman is not onsite. Sees that crew follows all of the required construction methods.

Responsibilities:

• Checks that project is proceeding according to construction plan
• Ensure working conditions are safe and that proper PPE is being used as job duties require
• Must follow all DOT, OSHA and FRA regulations specific to job
• Installation of rails, ties switches and other track materials
• Maintenance and repair of equipment
• Utilization of powered and unpowered hand tools
• Other duties as assigned by Foreman/Supervisor

Minimum Requirements:

• Prior railroad experience required
• Experience working outdoors (preferably in construction)
• Have valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 3 months
• Extensive travel is required
• Must pass background check and drug test
• Must have the basic understanding of track construction and be able to forecast the next step in whatever task project team is working on.
• Have a strong history of punctuality and attendance
• Be willing to take the lead and make decisions for the benefit of the company

Specialized/Technical Knowledge/Education/Experience: 

• Prefer previous construction experience and/or mechanical aptitude
• Safety conscious with high regard for other employees working with or near equipment
• Must be a team player and willing to learn all phases of the position.
• Will require being away from home for extended periods of time.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions: 

• Able to perform duties outside in multiple environments including but not limited to heat and humidity, rain, snow, and ice
• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Lift/carry or push/pull equipment and other objects weighing up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to bend, stoop and kneel for extended periods of time

Benefits (begin 1st of full month 60 days after start date):

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Work boot and safety glasses allowance
• Paid holidays
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan – longer waiting period – see HR for details