Railcar Maintenance First Line Supervisor

RSI Logistics, recently acquired by Trinity Industries, is searching for a Maintenance Shop First Line Supervisor. This role is a key contact as it relates to our railcar asset data and equipment maintenance needs and provides direction and supervision to direct reports in the areas of maintenance, shop and asset data coordination. This team will maintain up to date railcar asset, mechanical, lease and rider information. Additionally the team will manage the railcar repair and maintenance shopping events quickly, economically, and efficiently to minimize out of service time and provide value to our client. This role is also responsible to ensure compliance with all AAR/DOT/FRA and other applicable environmental, Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations. As the supervisor, you will interact directly with the client, railroads, railcar shops, railcar owners, and other RSI personnel.What youll do:Provide leadership to a team of coordinatorsOversee the onboarding and training of new hiresCreate and maintain SOPs for Fleet Maintenance and applicable Company processes.Ensure Company Standards are achieved in all areas of maintenance and shop coordinationWorks in partnership with client to establish annual maintenance requirements (programs)Provides reports related to maintenance forecast and budget informationCollaborate with clients and car owners to ensure shopping instructions are accurate and completeCreate bills of lading and/or diversion request to move the railcar(s) from client facility to home shopsSelect repair shop and mobile repair units based on price, location, type or repair, and availabilityOrganize, update and maintain shop status reports and distribute as requestedMonitor and maintain relationships with clients, repair shops and car ownersExpedite the established annual maintenance requirements (programs) based on client requirements to ensure deadlines are met. Participate in client-required meetings on this topic as neededAssist with OTMA requests required by the Federal Railroad Administration as needed in conjunction with regulatory requirementsCreate, collaborate, and assist in providing updated KPI's, as well as suggestions for improvementDetermines work assignments, priorities, and procedures for subordinatesResponsible for assigning, scheduling, and ensuring the quality and quantity of workApproves time off and schedule adjustmentsProvides training and coachingWhat youll need: Associate Degree in Business or equivalent experience3 years prior experience in the Rail industry or transportation logistics2 years prior experience in a supervisory or lead roleSystem savvy (prior ERP experience or Rail TMS experience highly preferred)Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and lead a team to accomplish set goalsProficient in MS OfficeExcellent communication skills and solid problem solving abilitiesBonus if you have prior knowledge in railcar repair and maintenance programs to comply with FRA and DOT standards

Created: 2025-03-02