Dimensional Railcar Operations Manager (Remote (REMOTE), US)
BNSF Logistics, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a premier logistics and warehousing provider that addresses the most complex cargo challenges facing the U.S. shipping industry - today and in the future. Through innovative design and engineering, seamless multimodal execution, strategic asset deployment, exclusive rail partnerships, and comprehensive customer service, BNSF Logistics offers proven, time-efficient, and cost-effective solutions. We solve our customers' most complex and toughest logistics challenges with solutions no other third-party logistics company can match. At BNSF Logistics, We Deliver What Matters. The Dimensional Railcar Operator ensures the safe loading, securement, transport, and unloading of dimensional freight from origin to destination. This role maintains continuous communication with the train engineer, walks railcars near route obstructions to verify clearance, and monitors loads, particularly on shiftable deck railcars. Responsibilities also include managing load and offload activities, overseeing contractors, and ensuring all operations meet company, customer, and regulatory standards. Position Responsibilites:
- Promote and model safe work practices in all activities
- Operate specialized equipment safely and efficiently
- Schedule and perform inspections to meet customer requirements
- Ensure safe transport of loads from origin to destination, maintaining constant communication with the train engineer
- Walk railcars when approaching obstructions (e.g., tunnels, curves) to verify safe clearance
- Monitor loads through obstructions, including shiftable deck railcars
- Inspect railcars/trailers for quality, compliance, and required modifications
- Oversee and direct contractors and company personnel
- Ensure proper loading and securement of freight for transport
- Travel with shipments (including riding in designated railcars) to monitor load integrity
- Oversee offloading and ensure railcars are cleaned and ready for reuse
- Review railroad orders and prepare for route-specific constraints
- Maintain radio communication with train personnel
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Additional Employment Statement Applicants seeking employment in the US must possess work authorization that does not necessitate sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States, both presently and in the future. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job