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Nebraska Kansas Colorado Railway, Inc. (Grant, NE)
Carman                                                            Posting Date: 8-17-2010

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General Summary:

  • A carman is responsible for freight car air brake operations and repair, and as such will participate in inspecting, repairing and maintaining railcars consistent with industry standards, company requirements, and federal as well as AAR (Association of American Railroads) requirements. A carman will be required to use hand tools, power tools, welding and cutting equipment and measuring instruments. A carman will also be required to operate forklifts, cranes, tractors, torches, and welders.
  • Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
  • Make weld repairs on railcars.

Education/Experience:

  • High school education or general education development (GED)
  • 1-3 years of welding or fabrication experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional:

  • Valid State Driver’s License, CDL required.
  • Carmen must be in possession of a 3G welding certificate to be qualified to make weld repairs on freight rail cars. The company will assist in getting the selected applicant certified.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Nebraska Kansas Colorado Railway, Inc. (Grant, NE)
Car Repair Foreman                                         Posting Date: 8-17-2010
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General Summary:

  • A Car Repair Foreman is responsible for freight car air brake operations and repair, and as such will participate in inspecting, repairing and maintaining railcars consistent with industry standards, company requirements, and federal as well as AAR (Association of American Railroads) requirements. A Car Repair Foreman will be required to use hand tools, power tools, welding and cutting equipment and measuring instruments. A successful candidate will be able to supervise employees in technical training along with safety training.
  • Ability to repair and or supervise repairs of railcars in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the American Association of Railroads and good general shop practices. Welding experience is a necessity.
  • Ability to bill repairs to railcars and keep proper records of repairs following AAR regulations.

Education/Experience:

  • High school education or general education development (GED)
  • 1-3 years of welding or fabrication experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional:

  • Re-railing experience would be a plus. Experience with road repair trucks and mobile cranes would also be a plus.
  • Must have the ability to work with and supervise people both one on one and in groups.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Panhandle Northern Railroad, LLC (Borger, TX)
Conductor                                                        Posting Date: 8-12-2010
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General Summary:

  • Must report to work as called on a 24-hour schedule.
  • Must comply with all new and outstanding railroad instructions regarding the operation of the train.
  • Must comply with all federal regulations regarding the operation of the train air brakes.

Education/Experience:

  • Minimum of two years experience in railroad operations.
  • High School Diploma or GED

Additional:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to utilize computer programs including Microsoft WORD and EXCEL.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Nebraska Kansas Colorado Railway, Inc. (Holdrege, NE)
Superintendent of Operations                         Posting Date: 8-12-2010
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General Summary:

  • The successful candidate for this position will be an operations oriented person with the analytical abilities to manage the daily operations of Nebraska Kansas Colorado Railway (NKCR). This person will be responsible to review, recommend and implement operations processes in order to maximize efficiency. The Railroad’s business planning process will be an integral part of this position.
  • Monitor employees for safety and rules compliance.
  • Responsible for the daily operations of the railroad, including train and crew scheduling and assignment of locomotives for train operations and maintenance.

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor degree from a four-year college or university preferred; or two years related experience may be substituted for each year of college.
  • Minimum of one year supervisory experience in railroad operations.

Additional:

  • Must have a valid Driver’s License.
  • Thorough knowledge of FRA requirements specific to the operation and movement of trains.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Quality Terminal Services, LLC (Haslet, TX)
Director of Fleet Maintenance                          Posting Date: 8-12-2010
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General Summary:

  • As a senior member of the operations leadership team, this position directly manages all intermodal fleet maintenance properties within Quality Terminal Services, LLC (“QTS”). Responsible for the financial performance and team development of the intermodal fleet. Directly manages the vendors and 3rd party relationships for the Fleet in existing intermodal contracts while proactively building a maintenance program to maximize true cost and savings for current and future intermodal sites. Responsible for the safety and health activities for all intermodal fleet associates to include training, incident reporting/monitoring, rules compliance, and program/policy development.
  • Directs operational activities within the maintenance department for all of Quality Terminal Services, LLC (“QTS”).
  • Ensures optimum fleet usage, reduction of operational costs and expenditure, and the disposal and/or relocation of under utilized assets and excess equipment.

Education/Experience:

  • Minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D.
  • 3-5 years managerial experience or equivalent training in Fleet Maintenance.

Additional:

  • Plans, schedules, implements and monitors preventative maintenance activities.
  • Ensures that the following metrics and programs are at optimal levels: staffing & overtime ratios, PMI scheduling, warranty claims, Total Tire Management (TTM), spare equipment ratio, parts/inventory management.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Fulton County Railway, Inc (Atlanta, GA)
Locomotive Engineer                                        Posting Date: 8-12-2010
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General Summary:

  • Responsible for safe and efficient operation of the locomotive.
  • Operation of locomotive, which requires full mobility in seated position facing forward and to the side.
  • Requires the manipulation of throttle and brake controls as well as interpreting gauges and controls.

Education/Experience:

  • High school education or general education development (GED)
  • Preferred 1-3 years of job-related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional:

  • Valid State Driver’s License.
  • Must be able to successfully pass operating rules examination.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Georgia & Florida Railway, Inc. (Albany, GA)
Locomotive Machinist                                         Posting Date: 8-4-2010
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General Summary:

  • Responsible for the efficient inspection, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and installation of locomotive mechanical systems and equipment such as diesel engine, wheels / truck repair, air brake and other mechanical components to ensure conformance with FRA, company, and customer specifications. This is accomplished by performing the following duties or ability to be trained to perform.
  • Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, perform required inspections, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to ensure that locomotive mechanical systems conform to specifications and operate properly within design limits and intent.
  • Complete inspection and repair reports according to company and FRA specifications and guidelines.

Education/Experience:

  • High school education or general education development (GED)
  • Perceived aptitude in the mechanical field / diesel engines and demonstrating a desire to learn required.

Additional:

  • Valid State Driver’s License
  • Skills in locomotive or general mechanical repair / maintenance helpful.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Hudson Bay Railway Company (The Pas,MB)
Tamper Operator                                               Posting Date: 8-4-2010
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General Summary:

  • The successful candidate for this Tamper Operator position must be able to operate heavy equipment.
  • Must be mechanically inclined
  • Have the ability to read electric and hydraulic schematics

Education/Experience:

  • High school education or general education development (GED)
  • Candidate should posses a broad understanding of railroad operations.

Additional:

  • Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and business associates in a clear, concise, courteous and professional manner.
  • Ability to write legibly.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Hudson Bay Railway Company (Gilliam, MB and Thompson, MB)
Roadmaster                                                       Posting Date: 8-4-2010
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General Summary:

  • The successful candidate for this position will serve as the territory leader for a portion of the Hudson Bay Railroad. The Roadmaster is responsible for the planning of all track- related activities including working with all Regional Management Teams to define priorities, establish performance expectations, establish performance metrics and measurements, evaluate performance to plan and improve the overall activities in this vital function.
  • Lead the safety program and goals for all maintenance of way groups in the territory
  • Work with the General Roadmaster to assign and prioritize programs for maintenance operating and capital budgets.

Education/Experience:

  • High school education or general education development (GED)
  • 2 to 5 years job-related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional:

  • The candidate will be competent in the use of the following computer programs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • The ability to read and understand engineering drawings, right-of-way maps and construction plans is essential.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Nebraska Kansas Colorado Railway, Inc. (NKCR)
Conductor                                                        Posting Date: 7-26-2010
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General Summary:

  • Must report to work as called on a 24-hour schedule.
  • Must comply with all new and outstanding railroad instructions regarding the operation of the train.
  • Must comply with all federal regulations regarding the operation of the train air brakes.

Education/Experience:

  • Minimum of two years experience in railroad operations.
  • High School Diploma or GED

Additional:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • This position requires personnel with sound work ethics and the ability to work with out direct supervision in very undesirable work conditions such as extreme heat and sub-freezing temperatures.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


OmniTRAX, Inc. (Chicago, IL)
Regional Director of Marketing & Sales–North  Posting Date: 7-22-2010
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General Summary:

  • Reporting directly to the OmniTRAX SVP/Chief Commercial Officer, this position is responsible for the revenue growth within the assigned region with acute attention to profitability.
  • Develops and implements marketing and sales strategies using current market information, competitive and economic conditions, customer forecasts, and capacity reports.
  • Develops and manages long term relationships with customers and service partners that lead to profitable growth and increased cash flow. Develops and implements plans to expand our position in the existing customer supply chain.

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a business related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Master’s Degree a plus.

Additional:

  • Direct experience in sales, transportation, marketing, operations or logistics desired.
  • Direct experience in railroad freight marketing a plus.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Illinois Railway, Inc. (Ottawa, IL)
Engineer/Conductor                                         Posting Date: 6-24-2010
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General Summary:

  • Responsible for safe and efficient operation of the locomotive
  • Operation of locomotive, which requires full mobility in seated position facing forward and to the side.
  • Requires the manipulation of throttle and brake controls as well as interpreting gauges and controls.

Education/Experience:

  • High school education or general education development (GED).
  • Minimum of two years experience in railroad operations.
  • Perceived aptitude in the Transportation field and demonstrating a desire to learn required.

Additional:

  • Valid State Driver’s License
  • Ability to utilize computer programs including Microsoft WORD and EXCEL.
  • This position requires personnel with sound work ethics and the ability to work with out direct supervision in very undesirable work conditions such as extreme heat and sub-freezing temperatures.

Full Position Profile (pdf)                Application Form (pdf)    

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Great Western Railway of Colorado, LLC (Loveland, CO)
General Foreman                                             Posting Date: 5-27-2010
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General Summary:

  • Directs, administers and oversees all the activities of the Mechanical Department on a local level. Oversees the support of policies, goals and objectives established by the Exec. VP - Mechanical by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.
  • Directs the preparation of short-term and long-range shop and / or location utilization to achieve the area goals set forth by the EVP Mechanical and Regional CMO.
  • Oversees area budget conformance and expense regulation insuring maximum cost effectiveness while continually improving fleet reliability.

Education/Experience:

  • Higher education or university program certificate desirable.
  • Two to four years related experience / training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid State Drivers’ license.

Additional:

  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such cost analysis and fundamentals business practices as applied to local cost effectiveness and ROI.
  • Manages subordinates, directly and indirectly, including fixed base and mobile operations.
  • Fundamental familiarity in Financial, Customer Service and Return on Assets principles.

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E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259


Hudson Bay Railway (The Pas, MB)
Locomotive Machinist                                         Posting Date: 5-5-2010
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General Summary:

  • Responsible for the efficient inspection, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and installation of locomotive mechanical systems and equipment such as diesel engine, wheels / truck repair, air brake and other mechanical components to ensure conformance with FRA, company, and customer specifications. This is accomplished by performing the following duties or ability to be trained to perform.
  • Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, perform required inspections, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to ensure that locomotive mechanical systems conform to specifications and operate properly within design limits and intent.
  • Complete inspection and repair reports according to company and FRA specifications and guidelines.

Education/Experience:

  • High school education or general education development (GED).
  • Preferred 3 to 6 months job-related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid State Driver’s License

Additional:

  • Skills in locomotive or general mechanical repair / maintenance helpful.
  • Reading and interpreting manuals, service publications and flow diagrams.

Full Position Profile (pdf)                Application Form (pdf)    

Please submit resume to                     
E-Mail:  recruiting@omnitrax.com or Fax:  866.448.9259