Track supervisor job description

The Track Supervisor directs and controls the activities of employees who are responsible for operating equipment to groom and prepare the dirt racetrack for racing, which involves operating graders, pay loaders, water trucks, and other equipment; Operates graders to ensure the proper and precise track grading; Ensures the proper maintenance and availability of all racetrack equipment; Maintains an inventory of supplies of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure that sufficient supplies are available to meet anticipated workload.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the Track Supervisor include but are not limited to the following:
Directs and controls the activities of employees who are responsible for operating equipment to groom and prepare the racetrack for racing, which involves operating graders, pay loaders, water trucks, and other equipment; and raking, mowing grass, and shoveling various materials as required.

Plans and assigns work to employees on a daily basis; Checks and evaluates work to ensure that it is completed on time and in accordance with established quality standards; Coordinates work with other areas; Addresses and resolves disciplinary problems informally. Recommends overtime as needed; Develops and recommends options to improve workforce efficiency or the quality of work completed; Ensures compliance with established safety standards and other operating policies and procedures.

Screens prospective hires; Evaluates and makes reports on the performance of new employees during their probationary period; Recommends continued employment or dismissal; Counsels employees about work-related issues and assists employees to correct job-skill deficiencies.

Trains employees on the use of heavy equipment, such as graders, pay loaders, and back hoes; Demonstrates proper techniques and safety regulations.

Operates graders by making depth adjustments to ensure the proper and precise track grading; Reports on track surface areas which may be unsafe.

Ensures the proper maintenance and availability of all racetrack equipment by reporting repairs that are necessary.

Maintains an inventory of supplies of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure that sufficient supplies are available to meet anticipated workload and items are in usable condition.

Notifies management of work-related complaints, accidents and injuries in order to verify problems, and to recommend appropriate responses/solutions.

May perform the duties of other Facilities Foreman as required.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent 3 to 5 years of experience with heavy equipment Supervisory experience, ideally within a unionized environment Experience working in thoroughbred industry preferred Ability to work a racing schedule, which includes weekends and holidays Ability to work at either Belmont Park or Aqueduct Racetrack

Track Supervisors are responsible for managing the operations of an assigned territory that involves track inspections and repairs to include replacing rails, ties, switches and ballast.
Responsibilities
• Manage engineering operations as outlined in FEC's operating plan
• Supervise and manage the activities of track gangs, track inspectors, and hyrail operations
• Manage engineering operations which includes compliance with safe work procedures, FRA guidelines, and FEC policies and procedures
• Lead people with clear direction and goals while providing coaching and guidance to employees through regular monitoring of employee performance
• Apply collective bargaining agreements and policies while carrying out duties, including managing and coaching employees, conducting investigations, recommending corrective action and responding to grievances
• Manage budgets and workforce productivity within FEC policy
• Provide clear communication of track condition, daily production and information to senior management in order to make adjustments as needed
• Participate in activities related to derailments and disruptions in service, while working with transportation and mechanical to determine cause and future prevention
• Enforce safe work procedures and policies
• Other duties or tasks as assigned by manager
Qualifications
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Work hours may vary in length and schedule
• Combination of office work and working outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
• Working in a shared corridor of passenger and freight operations with limited track time windows
• Successfully completion of a background check, physical and drug screen prior to start date
• Respond to unexpected or emergency situations
• Lift up to 80lbs
• 10% travel required
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School diploma or GED
• Relevant work experience in similar working conditions or regulatory / safety environment
• Must be 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license
• Demonstrate history / experience in safety compliance
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least 5 years combined experience as a Track Foreman supervising maintenance gangs
• Experience managing budgets
• Previous experience supervising a unionized workforce
• Labor relations experience, i.e. interpretation of collective bargaining agreements, response to grievances, negotiations with union representatives, discipline, etc.
• Training or certification in Railroad Operating Signals
• Post-secondary education
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
• Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, adapt rapidly to changing circumstances and manage stressful situations
• Collaborative and team-oriented; motivate others to achieve set objectives and maintains positive interactions
• Excellent leadership skills; ability to manage, mentor and coach
• Result-focused; gives clear directions and prioritizes daily tasks
• Excellent verbal, writing and reading comprehension skills
• Meet established standards of quality and safety while getting the job done in a timely manner
• Understand and apply safety standards, policies and procedures, collective bargaining agreements as well as operating rules
• Ability to be decisive and exercise good judgment
• Knowledge of rail operations and physical infrastructure
• Microsoft Office
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Current Living Spaces Employees: Please apply via your internal Workday Account.

Living Spaces is a growing home furnishing brand and we continue to open new locations. We know in order to stay current with the times and trends, we have to perpetually update our look and selection. What has truly sustained our growth - from 1 to over 20 locations, from 100 employees to over 2,000, from a humble home furnishings store to a widely recognized and respected lifestyle brand - are the talented individuals who have taken us there. We are looking for innovative, driven, and passionate professionals to join our team so we can reach even greater heights together.We believe that a great team member experience leads to an even better guest experience. That is why we place a huge emphasis on building a great culture within our teams. Our ideal candidate will have natural talent: meaning, they possess the capacity and commitment, along with an openness to being coached around skills that will ensure they delight and exceed the expectations of our guests in all areas of Living Spaces business. We also believe in our team members taking ownership of their performance and how that contributes to the overall success of their role.

Position Summary
Monitors scheduled deliveries from the time trucks are dispatched from the Distribution Center until the entire route is completed. Routinely communicates with Dispatch and contract delivery groups regarding deliveries. Keeps customer informed concerning the status of their deliveries, by placing phone calls when necessary. Completes billing daily, also sends end of day reports on daily basis.

Position Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Tracks all deliveries Contacts customers that are scheduled for delivery verifying addresses and phone number prior to delivery.Contacts customers when deliveries are running behind schedule or for any other issues Communicates with contract drivers
Communicates with call center concerning delivery issues
Receives incoming calls from delivery drivers calling in Works with contract groups concerning delivery, claims, and billing Completes daily invoicing deliveries Uses good judgment regarding business decisions in favor of Living spaces and customer relations Completes daily end of day reports Meet company standards for productivity

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Knowledge -. Effective memory skills, good hand eye coordination, dependability, ability to follow directions and a strong willingness to learn.Mental Effort - Above average concentration, above average memory; taking into consideration the amount of responsibility and product, above average time pressure and decision making Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; participates in meetings. Writes clearly and informatively.Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; recognizes accomplishments of other team members. Diversity & Ethics - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan; is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time; follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities.Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Qualifications
Other Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).Working knowledge of computerized applications (Word processing, spreadsheets, email),

Skills and Qualifications: A positive and pleasant personality, verbal communication, professionalism, sensitivity to confidential matters, organization team work. Good customer service, and problem skills.

Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Math Ability: Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates and Training: No Certifications Needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, bending knees, crouch, or crawl, site with ability to distinguish color. The employee is regularly required to sit.

Equal Opportunity Employer
It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.