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Genesee & Wyoming Assistant Site Manager- Railroad Experience Required in Fairburn, Georgia
Description
Company / Benefits Overview:
Are you ready to build a rewarding career in the railroad industry? Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers.
At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid training to help you succeed. Check out some of our great benefits below:
Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
Life Insurance
Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
On the Job Training
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
And more!
Benefits are subject to change
This role does not pay DOES NOT pay into Railroad Retirement
Explore your future with G&W today and learn more about the opportunities to grow across our organization!
Job Summary:As an Assistant Site Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting the daily operations of an industrial site, working closely with the Site Manager to ensure everything runs safely, smoothly, and in line with customer expectations. This is a hands-on leadership role where your ability to guide teams, manage logistics, and maintain compliance will make a meaningful impact. This role is ideal for someone who’s proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to grow into a leadership position while making a real difference in daily operations.
**Ideal candidate will have prior experience as a Conductor/Engineer in intermodal and switching operations.
Responsibilities:
Work with the site manager to promote a safe work environment
Know customer requirements of assigned operation and assist in implementing work processes to exceed customer expectations
Assist in railcar switching and related functions as required
Train and develop employees
Take a leadership role in supervising crews, controlling expenses, and helping maintain payroll within the targeted budget
Occasionally represent the railroad at customer meetings and coordinate with partnering railroads to ensure customer needs are met
Assist in conducting incident investigations, providing proper notification and documentation
Develop a management style consistent with company’s core values that encourages results-oriented performance from all employees
Assist with other projects and perform other duties as assigned
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call
Must be available to take calls and report outside of normal business hours on short notice to handle emergencies or situations related to maintaining fluid railroad operations
Walking long distances on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact in varying environmental conditions
Able to lift up to 75 pounds from floor to waist and carry short distances
Able to squat, bend and lift overhead
Have good balance and coordination
Must meet vision requirements (including color)
Skills and Experience:
1+ year experience working in a leadership role
3 - 5 years experience as a Conductor/Engineer in intermodal and switching operations
Knowledge and understanding of safety rules and procedures
Effective communication skills both written and verbal
Effective computer skills (Microsoft Office, applications, reporting, etc.)
Experience working in a safety-sensitive work environment
Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment
Required Education and Credentials:
Associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of high school diploma / GED and experience; bachelor’s degree preferred
Current Locomotive Engineer certification preferred
Valid driver’s license
At least 18 years of age
Employment Requirements:
Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history
Relocation:Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate.
This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.
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