Transportation Supervisor - Herzog

Herzog Transit Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Transportation Supervisor in Miami, FL to join our team. The successful applicant will be responsible for safely directing and controlling, Herzog Transit Services (HTSI) train operations employees, in the day-to-day activities of train operations in railroad, train yard, and train station environments. Plan and direct the resources required to provide the service to meet established schedule requirements. Implement contingency plans and makes changes to scheduled service to minimize service disruptions. Under the guidance of the Transportation Manager the Transportation Supervisor implements and modifies operating plans and procedures to ensure that activities are conducted safely and in conformance with accepted practices and guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.

• Operational testing by observing, documenting, and evaluating safe work practices per GCOR, ABHT, and Safety Rules, Agency and Company polices, communicating results. 
• Conduct accident/incident investigations; prepare associated reports for derailments, personal injuries, etc.
• Assume a leadership role during service disruptions and subsequent recovery in the supervision of crew, and equipment utilization.
• May serve as a first responder to critical incidents.
• Work hours may vary in length and schedule. Work hours may include a nonstandard work week, various shift work, including weekends, and holidays.
• Work hours may include on call seven days a week, 24 hours per day.
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Certified Locomotive Engineer with a minimum 5 years’ experience. DSLE preferred but not necessary
• Must become qualified on the territory within 3 months of hiring.
• Railroad industry knowledge, referred commuter/passenger rail experience.
• Regulatory and railroad operating rules proficiency.
• Experience in training and qualifying new hire engineers and conductors.
• Transportation Supervisor experience. (RFE etc.)
• Microsoft Office skills.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Maintain a valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This position will be physically demanding at times.  This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Able to walk on uneven surfaces up to one-half mile.
• Maintain balance for an extended period of time while train is in motion.
• Must be able to be aware of surroundings and follow verbal commands while being exposed to moderately loud noises on a daily basis.
• Work in a confined access/space environment with a width of 16 inches.
• Must be able to adapt to various temperature extremes including but not limited to heat, cold, moisture and wind. 
• Regularly sit and stand for an extended period of time.
• Able to tolerate repetitive movements, squatting/bending, and overhead reaching.
• Able to lift up to shoulder height and horizontally transfer up to 35 pounds for a distance up to 10 feet.
• Regularly kneel, bend, squat for extended periods of time.
• Regularly reach overhead.
• Regularly grasp/squeeze equipment with a force up to 20 pounds.
• Regularly ascend/descend a platform with a height of up to 36 inches from the floor.
• Regularly ascend and descend an 8 step ladder while carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.
• Able to work in a safety sensitive work environment.

Safety:

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all. 

Benefits:

• Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Why Herzog

Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.

Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects. 

We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.

Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results. 

Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.

It is the policy of Herzog Transit Services, Inc. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.