Mechanical Foreman II - CAR - Barstow, CA

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Date: Jun 6, 2025

Location: Barstow, CA, US, 92311

Company: BNSF

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Job Location: Barstow
Other Potential Locations: Barstow, CA 
Anticipated Start Date: 06/01/2025
Number of Positions: 1 
Salary Range: 102,800-110,850

 

 

 Who we are and what we do

Do you want to be a part of something that really matters? Team BNSF includes professionals focused on safety and service that play a vital role in delivering the nation's freight.  Together, we help move goods and materials that sustain life and support local, national and global economies. Our rail network is one of the largest freight railroads, spanning 28 western states and serving three Canadian provinces.

 

What we believe

At BNSF, our Vision and Values drive who we are, not only in our words, but also our actions. BNSF is committed to our foundational values of equality and inclusion. As members of the BNSF community, our employees are entitled to:

  • be treated with dignity and respect.
  • have equal access to tools, resources, training and development opportunities.
  • have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

 

We model the way through our leadership, our BNSF Diversity Councils, our eclectic Business Resource Groups, our deep involvement and investment in the communities we serve and through training programs. Our actions create an inclusive, open and collaborative workplace that encourages diverse perspectives in all interactions.

-BNSF

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Review daily terminal operating plan with General Foreman, Terminal Manager and/or Trainmaster.
  • Position labor and equipment to inspect, test and repair equipment to meet the needs of the daily plan.
  • Prepare and conduct daily safety briefing with all employees.
  • Provide periodic updates to General Foreman and transportation department on progress towards daily plan.
  • Schedule repair for cars and locomotives at locations away from the terminal to ensure the equipment is returned to service.
  • Provide technical support to apprentice employees and serve as decision making authority on level of repairs, accident damage assessment and derailment recovery.
  • Ensure compliance with BNSF's employment policies, safety rules, scheduled agreements and Governmental regulations.
  • Week-end and holiday work is required for this position.

 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Requires comprehensive knowledge of locomotive and/or freight car maintenance and practices to include AAR, FRA regulations and BNSF standards.
  • Must be able to coordinate information from several sources to ensure trains are moving efficiently and properly serviced, supervise and motivate scheduled employees.
  • Must be able to work well under pressure and express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Proven ability to listen carefully and actively and keep others informed.
  • Candidate should be able to inspire others to excel and demonstrate initiative and decisiveness.
  • Must have basic accounting skills and be able to use BNSF computer generated reports.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Previous experience in a leadership role is preferred.
  • Practical hands-on experience as a mechanical department craftsman, or locomotive supervisor is preferred.

 

RELOCATION:   Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.

 

TRAVEL: Travel may be required for this position.

BENEFITS

BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to 

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Railroad Retirement
  • Life Insurance
  • Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS

  •     Criminal history 
  •     Last 7 years of driving history
  •     Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
  •     Social Security number
  •     Education
MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS:
  •     Medical evaluation
  •     Drug Screen
  •     Other elements as needed
DRUG TEST ELEMENTS:
BNSF is committed to a safe and drug free work place and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug free.
 
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.
 
BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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