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CSX · Nashville, TN

# Sr Mechanical Manager

Nashville, TN, United States On-site Full-time Manager or lead Skilled Trades & Maintenance 

Listed on CSX’s official careers site. Posted October 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on CSX’s careers site →](https://fa-eowa-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CSXCareers/job/55014)

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## Job description

### Job Summary

Lead and direct the execution of servicing, repair, inspection and preventative maintenance of railcars, locomotives, and equipment within the terminal and on line-of-road with 24/7 responsibility. Manages best practices in safety, quality, and production, and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement. Ensure work is performed safely according to CSX Transportation (CSXT) safety rules and is compliant with Association of American Railroads (AAR) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations.

Serves a primary role in operational budgeting. Develops and coaches both managers and union employees. Manages conflict resolution as necessary. Oversee all functions of the shop include the execution of any task or assignment in the absence of the Terminal Supt-Mechanical. Primary Activities and Responsibilities Execute and communication the safety plan outlined by the department and safety committees. Facilitate thorough safety and job briefings to promote safe practices and proper procedures for completing assigned tasks Conduct safety observations and operational/efficiency test to ensure compliance with applicable FRA rules and regulations and adherence to CSX Mechanical operating standards.

Eliminate, control, and communicate hazards and safety issues within the shop and yard, elevating for resolution as necessary. Manage the quality of service, repair, inspection, and preventative maintenance of cars and locomotives in the train yard, and line-of-road ensuring that required work is performed to meet CSXT, FRA, and AAR standards. Coach, develop, and train others to achieve desired results. Delegate and monitor daily shop and yard strategies.

Forecast staffing, scheduling of personnel, and material requirements to meet business objectives. Manage manpower and facility resources utilization efficiently and effectively. Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

### Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED 3 or more years of supervisory experience in Mechanical Operations, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Business/Strategic Management, Skilled Trades (building/construction, electrical, mechanical), or the Military

### Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree/4-year Degree 5 or more years of supervisory experience in Mechanical Operations, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Business/Strategic Management, Skilled Trades (building/construction, electrical, mechanical), or the Military
- Knowledge and Skills Microsoft Office skills Basic mechanical concepts FRA and AAR regulatory standards Financial concepts

### Leadership The CSX Leadership
- Model is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance.

CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following: producing results, creating change, and inspiring excellence.

### Job Requirements

Different shifts as assigned in a 24 hour/7 days a week operation (incl working weekends) Hours which include rotating on-call responsibilities which may be outside standard hours
- Work with equipment that intensifies the heat factor
- Work outside in all weather conditions

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 30, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 1, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 1, 2026
- Listed for: 2 days
- Location: Nashville, TN, United States
- Work arrangement: On-site
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on CSX’s careers site →](https://fa-eowa-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CSXCareers/job/55014)

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- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Oct 11, 2026

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