Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway | Manager, Mechanical - Locomotive (WLE-0060)
TranstarOhio, United States
Posted February 11, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway is one of the largest regional railroads in the United States and the largest in Ohio, operating 840 miles of track across Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
Job Description
The Manager of Locomotive Shop is a leadership role responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance, inspection, repair, and overhaul of the company's locomotive fleet. The position emphasizes safety leadership, mechanical excellence, workforce development, budget management, and continuous improvement of maintenance practices.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Prior railroad mechanical leadership or supervisory experience
- Supervisory or leadership experience
- Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical and mechanical systems
- Knowledge of FRA operating rules and regulations
- Strong communication and decision-making skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Benefits
- Excellent medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Railroad retirement
- 401(k) plan
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid personal leave
- College scholarships for dependents