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Field Tank Superintendent

Plainfield, IL · On-site

$56.25/hr

The Tank Superintendent is responsible for supervising a crew that field erect, fit, weld, grind ... Unload fabricated steel products and tools from trucks or rail cars. * Lay out and install tank ...

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Rail Car Cleaner

Bridgeview, IL · On-site

$14.25 - $16.75/hr

The Rail Car Cleaner will be working mostly outdoors in industrial construction environments ... Follows directions of manager / lead / superintendent and clarifies responsibilities if needed.

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Rail Car Cleaner

Bedford Park, IL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

The Rail Car Cleaner will be working mostly outdoors in industrial construction environments ... Personal CharacteristicsFollows directions of manager / lead / superintendent and clarifies ...

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Rail Car Cleaner

Bridgeview, IL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

The Rail Car Cleaner will be working mostly outdoors in industrial construction environments ... Follows directions of manager / lead / superintendent and clarifies responsibilities if needed.

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Rail Car Cleaner

Bridgeview, IL · On-site

$14.25 - $16.75/hr

The Rail Car Cleaner will be working mostly outdoors in industrial construction environments ... Follows directions of manager / lead / superintendent and clarifies responsibilities if needed.

F.H. Paschen

Project Manager - Civil

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90 - $135/hr

... rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than ... Collaborate and monitor Superintendent(s) performance on contracts and/or work orders. * Create and ...

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Project Manager - JOC

Chicago, IL · On-site

... rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than ... Collaborate and monitor Superintendent(s) performance on contracts and/or work orders * Create and ...

Stacy Witbeck

Signal Foreman

Chicago, IL

$35 - $45/hr

Modern Railway Systems, a subsidiary of Stacy Witbeck is seeking a Signal Foreman to join our team ... Pre-plans work activities with Superintendent to develop best means and methods, including safety ...

F.H. Paschen

Project Manager - Civil

Chicago, IL · On-site

... rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than ... Collaborate and monitor Superintendent(s) performance on contracts and/or work orders. * Create and ...

F.H. Paschen

Parts Runner

Chicago, IL · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

... rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than ... Coordinate with Superintendents, yards, and project sites regarding deliveries and pick-ups.

F.H. Paschen

Parts Runner

Chicago, IL · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

... rail stations we constructed, and your children learn in schools we built. But we are MORE than ... Coordinate with Superintendents, yards, and project sites regarding deliveries and pick-ups.

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How much do railroad superintendent jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for railroad superintendent in Romeoville, IL is $104,380.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,200.00 and $120,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a railroad superintendent?

Railroad Superintendents are senior management professionals responsible for overseeing the daily operations, safety, and efficiency of a railway division or territory. They manage train schedules, coordinate maintenance, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Railroad Superintendents often work closely with other departments, such as engineering and customer service, to ensure smooth and reliable rail services. Their role is critical in maintaining operational standards and responding to emergencies or service disruptions.

What are the primary challenges a railroad superintendent faces when overseeing daily operations?

A Railroad Superintendent often manages the coordination of multiple teams, addresses unexpected disruptions such as weather events or equipment failures, and ensures compliance with strict safety regulations. Balancing efficient train scheduling with maintenance needs and responding quickly to operational issues are common challenges. Superintendents also play a key role in fostering communication between dispatchers, engineers, and maintenance crews to maintain smooth and safe rail operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a railroad superintendent, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Railroad Superintendent, you need extensive knowledge of railroad operations, safety regulations, and logistics management, typically supported by experience in rail transport and a relevant bachelor's degree. Familiarity with rail management software, safety compliance systems, and sometimes certifications like FRA safety training are commonly required. Strong leadership, decision-making, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating teams and handling emergencies. These skills ensure efficient, safe, and compliant railroad operations in a highly regulated and dynamic environment.

What is the difference between Railroad Superintendent vs Railroad Engineer?

AspectRailroad SuperintendentRailroad Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires experience in railroad operations, safety certifications, and sometimes management trainingRequires a valid engineer license, technical knowledge of train systems, and safety certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple crews, manages operations across rail lines, often in an office or on-siteOperates and controls trains, often working in the locomotive cab or on-site at rail yards
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed by railroads to oversee daily operations and safetyEmployed by railroads or freight companies to operate trains and ensure safe transportation

While both roles are vital in the railroad industry, the Railroad Superintendent focuses on overseeing operations and safety management, whereas the Railroad Engineer is responsible for operating trains. Their credentials, work environments, and roles differ but are interconnected within railroad operations.

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Infographic showing various Railroad Superintendent job openings in Romeoville, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,380 per year, or $50.2 per hour.

Rail Infrastructure Superintendent

Chicago, IL • On-site

GeoStabilization International
Construction • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about GeoStabilization Internationalexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand.
GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services.
Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience.
If you've spent your career managing field crews on active right-of-way - keeping people safe, solving problems under pressure, and coordinating emergency response in terrain that doesn't cooperate - you already know how to do this job.
GSI is specifically recruiting field leaders from the railroad and rail services industry for this role. You don't need a geotechnical or drilling background to apply. If you've been a RoadMaster, Track Supervisor, MOW Superintendent or Supervisor, the safety culture, crew leadership, and right-of-way experience you've already built will help you be successful here. We'll teach you the rest through hands-on mentorship and structured training.
See the RailJet tech page: RailJet Technology - Railroad Repair | GeoStabilization
This is a high-travel role for people based anywhere in the continental US.
What You'll Do
As a Rail Infrastructure Superintendent, you'll lead field crews executing slope stabilization, geohazard mitigation, and emergency response projects on and adjacent to active railroad corridors across the U.S. You are the decision-maker on the ground - managing safety, production, quality, and your people simultaneously.
  • Lead crews installing slope stabilization systems, soil nails, rock anchors, drainage solutions, shotcrete, and grouting to protect rail corridors from landslides, rockfall, scour, and embankment failure
  • Create and execute site-specific safety plans before every shift - protecting your people is priority one
  • Manage production, schedule, and budget performance with real autonomy and accountability
  • Coordinate with GSI project managers, engineers, and railroad clients to plan access, work windows, and phasing on active corridors
  • Coach and develop your crew - you'll lead 4-6 people who need your instincts and experience to grow
  • Handle daily documentation: logs, photos, as-builts, safety checklists, and compliance records
  • Manage equipment maintenance and jobsite organization
  • Respond to emergency callouts - GSI deploys 24/7 and you'll be part of that response network
What Your Railroad Experience Gives You
The skills that make a strong railroad field supervisor translate directly to this role:
  • Active ROW crew management maps directly to leading GSI crews in constrained, high-consequence terrain - slopes, embankments, tunnel portals, and live corridors
  • FRA / Roadway Worker Protection compliance maps directly to GSI's safety culture - safety is a leadership behavior here, not a checklist
  • 24/7 emergency response experience maps directly to GSI's deployment model for slope failures, rockfalls, and landslides - same urgency, same accountability
  • Track window and dispatcher coordination maps directly to coordinating with railroad clients and GSI engineers to execute within access constraints
  • Traveling crew supervision across a territory maps directly to leading GSI field crews deployed nationally on a travel rotation
  • Terrain reading and hazard recognition maps directly to reading slope conditions, executing stabilization plans, and escalating to GSI's engineering team when conditions change
  • Daily reporting and compliance documentation maps directly to GSI's field documentation requirements - same discipline, GSI's format
What You Bring
Required:
  • 5+ years managing field crews on active railroad right-of-way, in MOW construction, or in closely related heavy civil or infrastructure environments
  • Deep familiarity with FRA compliance and Roadway Worker Protection - you enforce it without being asked
  • Proven track record leading people on physically demanding, safety-critical jobsites in varying terrain and conditions
  • Ability to read scopes, specs, and plans and execute a project from the ground up
  • Strong, clear communication with crews, clients, and internal teams
  • Comfort with 100% travel - if you've worked a territory rotation or traveled for MOW work, you know the model
  • Valid driver's license; CDL-A is a plus

Preferred - but not required to apply:
  • Prior experience on geotechnical, slope stabilization, drilling, or civil construction projects
  • OSHA 30 or construction safety certification in addition to FRA/GCOR knowledge
  • Experience interfacing with railroad engineering or contractor oversight teams on active corridor projects
  • Hi-rail certification or experience working from rail-mounted equipment
Why Superintendents Choose GSI
  • Autonomy. You run your job. GSI trusts you to make calls without someone breathing down your neck - and stands behind the decisions you make.
  • Ownership. Every Superintendent earns equity in the company. You're an actual owner here.
  • Real advancement. Clear path to Senior Superintendent, General Superintendent, and Operations Manager roles. GSI promotes from within and the path is well-worn.
  • Schedule structure. Travel is real - this is 100% travel. But GSI actively works to get you home when you're off. When you're off, you're off.
  • Work that matters. You're not building parking lots. You're protecting railroad infrastructure, keeping roads open, and preventing failures that endanger communities.
  • Safety recognized externally. ADSC Safety Award, Association of Geohazard Professionals Safety Recognition, and Gold Shovel Standard certified - because our safety culture is real.
Compensation & Benefits
  • $33-$50 per hour (based on experience)
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Equity ownership program
  • 100% paid travel (lodging, per diem)
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (HSA/FSA eligible)
  • Life, disability, and accident insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Generous paid time off
Work Conditions
  • Outdoor work in climates ranging from mountains to deserts
  • Active construction site hazards and noise levels
  • Regular lifting of 75 lbs+
  • Extensive travel - up to 100% across the U.S.

US pay range for this role.
$33-$50 USD
Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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