Railroad Bridge Repair Foreman

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.

Lodging Allowance $700/per 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 Zero Harm safety culture by collaborating with the Safety Department

•Monitor crew compliance with all DOT regulations (E-logs, truck inspection, fuel records, etc.)

•Work cohesively with new hires to ensure thorough training and understanding of position requirements.

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

•Flexibility to travel nationwide with a rotating schedule that allows for time home every 6 weeks.

•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, highway construction, osmose utility services
•Experience reading engineer approved plans, schematics, and specifications
•Supervisory experience directing and organizing work crew schedules out to two weeks
•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 verbal and written communication skills and should be able to adapt to suit different audiences while being able to set clear goals and expectations
•Current Driver’s License with a favorable driving record (Class A CDL preferred)
•Experience with and ability to work at heights mandatory
•Ability to gain Erailsafe clearance for access to railroad property
•High School Diploma or GED
•Welding and heavy equipment operation experience is a plus