Railroad Bridge Repair Foreman

Full Time
Dallas, TX
Posted
Job description

The KRS team is looking for a dynamic individual that is highly self-motivated, with strong communication and collaboration skills to lead one of our mobile bridge repair crews. KRS has a strong safety culture and is a trusted partner with the railroad industry. We have been building careers for over 60 years and offer competitive wages with a rich benefits package. Compensation The starting wage for this role will be between $90,000 and $110,000 per year to commensurate with experience. Our weekly Lodging Allowance is $550 per work week and will be paid according to policy guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

Manage daily operations at job site, to include:

  • Supervision of crew (5-8 employees) along with subcontractors
  • Lead daily job briefings and safety meetings
  • Understand and work in accordance with the overall project schedule
  • Oversee subcontractors (access road, concrete supplier/pumper, truck drivers, final grading of site, etc.)
  • Ensure proper setup, safe operation, and inspection of equipment such as Forklift, Crane, Excavator, etc.
  • Proficient with basic survey equipment for bridge and site layout
  • Record keeping of project safety and daily work records
  • Work together with Project Manager on a daily basis to communicate production goals and quality specifications of work, discuss concerns that have surfaced (around people, resources and methods, material or equipment use, extra or out of scope work), and ideas to help team achieve project goals
  • Participate in planning resources and methods for bridge repair project
  • Accurately report crew work hours and complete daily production report
  • Monitor and manage crew productivity. Ensure ongoing efforts are made to improve productivity
  • Understand and follow company policies and procedures
  • Enforce company safety policies and ensure industry safety regulations are adhered to
  • Exercise proper care, maintenance, and operation of company equipment
  • Consult engineer approved plans and Job Portfolio to carry out and coordinate daily activities
  • Work in collaboration with all departments (Engineering, Operations, HR, Safety, etc.)
  • Support the Koppers ZeroHarm safety culture by collaborating with the Safety Department
  • Monitor crew compliance with all DOT regulations (E-logs, truck inspection, fuel records, etc.)

Benefits

Koppers Railroad Structures offers an outstanding benefits package that includes the following:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k Plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off policy that includes: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Family-oriented benefits that include: Family and Medical Leave, Travel Assistance Program, to encourage work/life balance through personal travel accounts
  • Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Dependent)
  • Paid Short Term Disability Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program Incentives
  • Company provided PPE, equipment, tooling, vehicles, and transportation

Requirements

  • Ability to operate a large range of power tools (pneumatic, electric, hydraulic)
  • Knowledgeable in setup and inspection of various types of scaffolding
  • 3-5 years of bridge construction experience
  • Experience reading engineer approved plans and specifications
  • Supervisory experience directing and organizing work crew
  • Basic computer/electronics knowledge to support daily use of smartphone, laptop, etc. for completing reports and communicating
  • Proven experience with and willingness to focus on safety policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work as a team to jointly carry out assigned tasks
  • Current Driver’s License with a favorable driving record (Class A CDL preferred)
  • Experience with and ability to work at heights
  • Ability to gain Erailsafe clearance for access to railroad property
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Welding and heavy equipment operation experience is a plus

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law or by any applicable state or local law

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Experience level:

  • 1 year
  • 2 years

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Covid testing, social distancing, special cleaning, masks available

Work Location: On the road

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