Earthwork Contruction Supervisor

Job title: Earthwork Contruction Supervisor

Railserve

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

I. SUMMARY

Responsible for earthwork construction and maintenance projects including operating grade construction equipment, project production, job site inspection and crew oversight.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND ESSENTRILBILITIES

Hands-on direction and implementation of grade construction equipment for railroad grade construction other projects as assigned.

• Assist with determining materials needed and staff requirements for projects.
• Will utilize company operating procedures and FRA rules, standards, and instructions to complete project work and to maximize asset utilization to control costs.
• Produce and oversee the work assigned ensuring that it is completed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform job site inspections including equipment and tool inspections.
• Other duties as assigned.

III. Qualifications

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential duties of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and/or Experience

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of earthwork construction and operating heavy equipment
• Must be able to operate, and train others how to operate heavy grade equipment
• Must have a sharp eye for detail
• Superior communication skills; Must be comfortable engaging in a variety of different communicative modes (verbal, non-verbal, and written) and being attuned to others through strong active listening skills.
• Must have the ability to work well with others as part of a team.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a demonstrated ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently under minimal supervision.

C. Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

D. Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

E. Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and may be required to work nights, holidays, and weekends. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

F. Other Requirments:

Individual must have the ability to travel as required.

Valid Driver’s License in good standing required.

Annual

Salary

Based on years of experience.

What We Offer

Our benefits package includes:

• Benefits effective Day 1
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Four weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Vacation benefits
• 401(k) with generous company match and additional employer contribution

LI-DNI

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.