Railroad Coordinator

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At Anser Advisory, a part of Accenture, we are looking for a Railroad Coordinator to join our growing Utilities team! The Railroad Coordinator is responsible for providing the safe and efficient movement of railroad traffic.

The work:

• Read train orders and schedules to familiarize self with scheduled runs, destination of trains, times of arrivals and departures, and priority of trains.

• Coordinate railroad traffic on specified section of line from CTC unit that electrically activates track switches and signals. Monitor the CTC panel board that indicates locations of trains.

• Direct and coordinate railroad traffic, issue track warrants, and monitor all rail movements.

• Coordinate movement of trains according to operating plan and customer needs.

• Schedules, assigns, and calls the initial, replacement, or emergency crews depending upon available rested crews.

• Monitor and address all telephone calls and emails in a professional and prompt manner.

• Examine and resolve EDI, waybills, and miscellaneous billing issues.

• Handle automation of electronic bill of ladings/Shipper.

• Connect and setup new customers and patterns.

• Maintain the transportation management system (RMI).

• Accurately follow and maintain crew management procedures including reporting points, crew calling, and administration of the extra-board to ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

• Communicate with crewmembers via two-way radio and multi-line phones any changes in train orders and schedules, updates on weather or environmental conditions, and notification of emergency stops, delays, or accidents.

• Interact professionally and effectively with customers, connecting railroads, colleagues, and supervisors either by telephone, electronically, or face to face.

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules, procedures, and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

• Complete and file paperwork in an accurate, organized, timely manner.

• Monitor and record calls for track warrants along with calls from customers, crewmembers, and outside entities.

• Trains run day and night, so shift flexibility is a must. Shifts will include morning, afternoon/evening, and overnight. Weekend and holiday hours will also be required.

• Other duties as assigned.

Here's what you need:

• High School Diploma or GED required; 2-year associate's degree preferred.

• 10+ years' railroad experience reading train orders and schedules, destination, times of arrivals/departures, and priority of trains.

• Experience with schedules, assignments, and calls to initial, replacement, or emergency crews depending upon available rested crews.

• Experience with compliance with all railroad rules, procedures, and regulations for safety, operations and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

• This safety-sensitive position will be subject to drug and alcohol screening.

• Preferred qualification - OSHA safety certification - 10 hrs

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

• Ability to effectively communicate (both speaking and listening) in face-to-face interactions or over a two-way radio or multi-line telephone.

• High level of initiative and ability to work well in a team environment.

• Organization skills; uses time efficiently and sets goals and objectives along with the ability to plan and carry out responsibilities with minimal direction.

• Multi-tasking capabilities and a strong attention to detail. Ability to write and speak clearly and informatively.

• Ability to maintain professionalism while working in a high-pressure environment.

• Problem-solving skills; identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

• Customer service; ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software, email, computers, and internet; Type at least 30 average net words per minute.

• Ability to observe all safety procedures and report potential unsafe conditions.

• Ability to keep a clean and safe work environment.

• Ability to build harmonious relationships with your colleagues and supervisors.

Physical demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands listed below.

• Sitting for long periods of time; majority of time will be spent in front of a computer screen. Walking or standing for brief periods of time is required occasionally.

Infrequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and exert a negligible amount of force frequently.

• Ascending and descending at least 60 stairs to gain access to work location. Work location is on the fourth floor of the building and the restroom is on the third floor of the building. Lifting objects up to 40 pounds up and down stairs may be required infrequently.

• Ability to distinguish color on CTC board.

• Ability to handle and maintain constant stress and strain of maintaining a high production rate pace.

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. (~~~) We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, New York, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$103,200-$213,600 USD

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