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title: "Track Operations Manager"
company: "Qualdoc"
company_url: "https://www.remjobs.works/companies/qualdoc"
url: "https://www.remjobs.works/job/qualdoc-track-operations-manager-dac3a618-a75a-4a65-813c-c689c9e6f7c7"
apply_url: "https://jobs.lever.co/qualdoc/e39c87aa-b684-4048-8706-bbbae75602f6"
workplace: onsite
location: "Kansas City, MO"
employment_type: other
seniority: mid
role: operations
region: united-states
date_posted: 2026-09-12T10:32:25.227Z
first_seen_by_remjobs: 2026-09-15T19:07:18.487Z
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# Track Operations Manager

**Qualdoc** · Kansas City, MO

Apply: https://jobs.lever.co/qualdoc/e39c87aa-b684-4048-8706-bbbae75602f6

## About Qualdoc

Qualdoc offers quality documentation review for capital equipment suppliers and integrators in the oil & gas, power, water, microelectronic, chemical, pharma and other EPC EP industries. Supply chain quality management

## About the role

##### Track Operations Manager

**Location:** Taneytown, MD
**Job Type:** Full-Time | Direct Hire
**Starting Salary:** $100,000/year, with higher salary available depending on experience
**CDL:** Non-CDL position; Class A or B CDL preferred

##### Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced **Track Operations Manager** to provide leadership and field support for railroad operations involving track maintenance, derailment response, specialty lifting, railcar work, and heavy equipment.

This is a hands-on management role suited for someone who is comfortable leading field teams, making decisions in fast-moving situations, and maintaining high safety and performance standards. The position works closely with Supervisors, crews, customers, and other field partners.

##### Key Responsibilities

- Oversee and support Supervisors and field crews across multiple projects.

- Coordinate daily work assignments, manpower, equipment, and project priorities.

- Monitor job progress to help ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

- Provide hands-on direction, coaching, and problem-solving support in the field.

- Respond to emergency service needs and assist with time-sensitive operational issues.

- Conduct job-site visits to evaluate safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance.

- Identify field risks and implement practical solutions.

- Maintain effective communication with customers, railroad partners, regulatory agencies, and field personnel.

- Train, mentor, and develop employees.

- Assist with recruiting, performance reviews, employee coaching, and workforce planning.

- Support budgeting and forecasting activities.

- Review payroll, labor hours, equipment usage, and project documentation for accuracy and timeliness.

- Monitor equipment condition and coordinate maintenance, repairs, or replacement when necessary.

- Assist with customer relations and business development activities.

- Represent the organization at relevant industry events and meetings.

##### Qualifications

- Experience in railroad, heavy equipment, construction, or related field operations preferred.

- Previous experience leading teams in a field-based environment.

- Strong understanding of DOT and FRA regulations.

- Class A or Class B CDL preferred.

- Experience operating or working with heavy equipment, including:

Cranes

- Trucks

- Excavators

- Similar heavy equipment

- Ability to read and interpret crane load charts and rigging requirements.

- Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and decision-making abilities.

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

- Ability to learn and use operational software systems.

- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

- Ability to successfully complete required safety training and certification programs.

##### Work & Physical Requirements

- Frequent overnight travel is required.

- Must remain on call and able to report to an assignment within approximately 1 hour when needed.

- Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

- Ability to work in physically demanding railroad and field environments.

- Extended hours may be required, including weekends and holidays.

- Hands-on position requiring frequent walking and work around active rail environments.

- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

##### Benefits

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- 401(k)

- Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance

- Paid Time Off and Holidays

- Training and certification opportunities

- Career advancement opportunities

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