Manager of Rail Fleet and Track Maintenance

Manager of Rail Fleet and Track Maintenance

Build Your Career. Build America's Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

We are hiring a Manager, Rail Fleet and Track Maintenance to be based in either Atlanta, GA, or Birmingham, AL.

What You'll Do :

• Promote Safety. Take an active role prioritizing safety for yourself and others to ensure all assigned operations have zero accidents and are in total compliance with all Vulcan policies and procedures by having a working knowledge of Vulcan's Safety Manual and applicable rail industry regulations. Provide training to staff on rail safety protocols, inspection procedures, and proper maintenance practices.
• Conduct and Oversee Inspections. Lead and perform inspections of railcars, locomotives, track, and related infrastructure to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Identify and document defects or safety hazards, recommending corrective actions. Investigate rail incidents or accidents to determine causes and develop preventive measures.
• Determine Work Procedures. Implement a strategic and user-friendly schedule for maintenance of Vulcan's railcar and locomotive fleet, coordinating with operations and contractors. Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance activities, compliance reports, and metrics. Develop and implement best practices for railcar loading, unloading, and maintenance.
• Cost Control. Ensure timely routine services and schedule major / minor component replacements appropriately to achieve the lowest overall cost per ton, maximum availability, and life of the rail asset. Optimize utilization, minimize downtime, avoid unnecessary charges, and maximize tons shipped by rail. Audit Billing Repair Cards (BRC) from shops to ensure compliance with standards and billing accuracy.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration. Works closely with stakeholders on building specifications, justification, and selection of equipment to best meet Vulcan's Railcar Fleet Plan needs and continuous improvement goals. Manage, maintain, evaluate, and strengthen relationships and performance of railcar maintenance contractors. Works closely with stakeholders to schedule maintenance with minimal impact on rail shipping schedules. Works closely with stakeholders through locomotive and railcar mover Selection Processes to ensure each location has the appropriate leased or buy options that properly fit its intended application.
• Develop Talent and Grow the Business. Provide leadership by identifying and coordinating with others to provide any internal rail-related safety and operational training required or needed to perform standard duties. Develop best practices and guidelines for conducting track inspections and recommending improvements for safe and efficient rail operations.

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What You'll Like About Us :

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.