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Cando Rail & Terminals

Senior Manager, Railcar Mechanical Services

Cando Rail & Terminals

Senior manager leading Cando’s North American railcar mechanical repair and maintenance services. Developing standards, safety programs, budgets, and asset strategies for reliable, profitable operations.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas, Montana, Texas, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in railcar mechanical strategy development, safety management systems, and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and enhance customer relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Railcar Fleet MaintenanceSafety Management SystemsOperational ExcellenceRelationship ManagementStrategic Thinking

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Hard Skills
Railcar Mechanical StandardsEquipment LoadingQuality AssuranceInventory ManagementBudget ManagementOperational ProtocolsAnalytical AbilityRegulatory ComplianceCorrective ActionsEntrepreneurial Leadership
Soft Skills
Collaboration SkillsInfluencing SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam BuildingCustomer Relationship Management
Tools & Technologies
Windows-Based EnvironmentMS Office Applications
Industry Keywords
Railway ManagementSafety PracticesService CultureOperational EfficienciesBusiness Ethics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the development and execution of Cando’s railcar mechanical strategy
  • Develop and maintain company-wide railcar mechanical standards, policies, and procedures
  • Build relationships with internal customers, regulators, and industry partners
  • Lead initiatives by establishing goals, securing equipment, developing procedures, and setting schedules
  • Monitor customer satisfaction and identify service needs and operational efficiencies
  • Contribute to strategies and plans to grow mechanical services
  • Develop mechanical training initiatives covering safety, equipment, and regulatory requirements
  • Implement and maintain safety systems and regulatory compliance programs
  • Conduct reviews and audits of safety and operational protocols
  • Analyze rail equipment failures and implement corrective actions
  • Develop site-focused operational solutions based on local needs
  • Support operational excellence across asset utilization, people management, safety, and regulatory compliance
  • Establish annual budgets and monitor material inventory across the Cando system
  • Manage capital and maintenance budgets and identify equipment and maintenance needs
  • Manage railcar asset deployment, including purchasing, refurbishment, and upgrades
  • Monitor industry news, trends, and regulations and develop responsive strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in a management position with full responsibility for multiple site/service offerings
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, commerce, business, or engineering, or equivalent industry experience
  • Experience building safety and service cultures and strong teams
  • Understanding of Safety Management Systems
  • Strong knowledge of railcar fleet maintenance, repair management, equipment loading, quality assurance, and inventory programs
  • Experience in railway or systems management is an asset
  • Proven track record of entrepreneurial leadership
  • Strong relationship management skills
  • Ability to develop and communicate clear, concise approaches to enhance and grow operations
  • Strategic thinking and ability to work across the organization and industry
  • Ability to participate in operations and manage multiple customer relationships
  • Commitment to business ethics and safety practices
  • Collaboration and influencing skills with ability to build credibility
  • Strong analytical ability and understanding of business profitability and long-term sustainability
  • Functional computer skills in a Windows-based environment, internet, and MS Office applications
  • Understanding of accounting, marketing, and human resource management processes

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 🌐 Worldwide ❌ Jobs You've Hidden ⭐️ Saved Jobs ✅ Applied Jobs ✉️ Email Alerts 👤 Account Cando Rail & Terminals Website LinkedIn All Job Openings 501 - 1000 employees Founded 1978 📦 Logistics 💼 Consulting 🏭 Manufacturing 🔥 Funding within the last year 💰 $72.2M Debt Financing - Cando Rail Services on 2025-09 Logistics
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  • Manufacturing Cando Rail & Terminals is a North American company that designs, builds, and operates complete, custom rail solutions and terminal facilities. Embedded within customers' supply chains, Cando provides rail switching, terminal operations, and logistics support — including 24/7 crewing and site-specific services — to move products reliably across a network of terminals and short line railroads. The company also grows via strategic acquisitions to expand service coverage and capabilities. Senior Manager, Railcar Mechanical Services 🔥 23 minutes ago 🌐 United States, Canada – Remote 🌪️ Kansas, Missouri, +1 more states – Remote ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 👔 Manager Apply Now Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
  • Lead the development and execution of Cando’s railcar mechanical strategy
  • Develop and maintain company-wide railcar mechanical standards, policies, and procedures
  • Build relationships with internal customers, regulators, and industry partners
  • Lead initiatives by establishing goals, securing equipment, developing procedures, and setting schedules
  • Monitor customer satisfaction and identify service needs and operational efficiencies
  • Contribute to strategies and plans to grow mechanical services
  • Develop mechanical training initiatives covering safety, equipment, and regulatory requirements
  • Implement and maintain safety systems and regulatory compliance programs
  • Conduct reviews and audits of safety and operational protocols
  • Analyze rail equipment failures and implement corrective actions
  • Develop site-focused operational solutions based on local needs
  • Support operational excellence across asset utilization, people management, safety, and regulatory compliance
  • Establish annual budgets and monitor material inventory across the Cando system
  • Manage capital and maintenance budgets and identify equipment and maintenance needs
  • Manage railcar asset deployment, including purchasing, refurbishment, and upgrades
  • Monitor industry news, trends, and regulations and develop responsive strategies 🎯 Requirements
  • Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in a management position with full responsibility for multiple site/service offerings
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, commerce, business, or engineering, or equivalent industry experience
  • Experience building safety and service cultures and strong teams
  • Understanding of Safety Management Systems
  • Strong knowledge of railcar fleet maintenance, repair management, equipment loading, quality assurance, and inventory programs
  • Experience in railway or systems management is an asset
  • Proven track record of entrepreneurial leadership
  • Strong relationship management skills
  • Ability to develop and communicate clear, concise approaches to enhance and grow operations
  • Strategic thinking and ability to work across the organization and industry
  • Ability to participate in operations and manage multiple customer relationships
  • Commitment to business ethics and safety practices
  • Collaboration and influencing skills with ability to build credibility
  • Strong analytical ability and understanding of business profitability and long-term sustainability
  • Functional computer skills in a Windows-based environment, internet, and MS Office applications
  • Understanding of accounting, marketing, and human resource management processes Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score Similar Jobs Solar Inspections Tech Manager 🔥 1 hour ago SpartanX 1 - 10 🤝 B2B 📣 Marketing Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Inspection Manager leading residential solar inspection operations for SpartanX, a clean-energy company. Improving pass rates, project flow, quality control, and team performance across active markets. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 👔 Manager Lead Behavioral Health Care Manager 🔥 2 hours ago Protocol Behavioral Health 11 - 50 🏥 Healthcare 🤝 B2B Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Lead licensed behavioral health care managers supporting cancer patients at Protocol Behavioral Health. Supervise clinical quality while delivering Collaborative Care Model assessments and treatment. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $85k - $95k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 👔 Manager Senior Manager, Website 🔥 3 hours ago Flock Safety 501 - 1000 🔐 Security Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Website strategy leader shaping Flock Safety’s public-safety technology website. Driving information architecture, CRO, SEO, Webflow infrastructure, and digital experience transformation. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $118k - $150k / year 💰 $150M Series E on 2022-02 ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 👔 Manager 🦅 H1B Visa Sponsor Senior Contracts Manager 🔥 3 hours ago LEMNIS 11 - 50 🤲 Charity 📚 Education 🌍 Social Impact Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Senior Contracts Manager supporting EdTech contracting for Lemnis, a public charity expanding learning access. Managing agreements, risk, compliance, and contracting processes across growing mission-aligned divisions. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $130k - $150k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟠 Senior 👔 Manager Strategic Accounts Manager 🔥 4 hours ago PROCEPT BioRobotics 501 - 1000 🏥 Healthcare 🔧 Hardware 🤖 Artificial Intelligence Website LinkedIn All Job Openings Strategic accounts manager selling PROCEPT’s Aquabeam surgical robotics system to hospitals treating BPH. Driving IDN sales, utilization growth, clinical support, and regional sales-team performance. 🇺🇸 United States – Remote 💵 $180k / year 💰 $175M Post-IPO Secondary - PROCEPT BioRobotics on 2024-10 ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 👔 Manager View More Manager Jobs 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates About us Is Remote Rocketship legit? Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course Remote Job Search MasterClass AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder Find jobs using your resume Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs