Railroad Track Inspector

Railroad Track Inspector# Railroad Track Inspector Hot JobIL## Overview Salary Range $45.00 - $50.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time Job Shift Day Education  Level High School

Travel Percentage
100% On the Road Travel Category Engineering ## Description
*
* Who WE are:

** Rail Pros is the
** premier provider
** of engineering and diversified safety services to
** America’s rail and transit industry**. Driven by a
** passion
* * for our people, clients, and communities, we are committed to solving our customers’ challenges and earning their trust through
** teamwork, continuous improvement, and service excellence**. As a
** people-first organization**, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our employees, fostering a culture of
** caring and support**. We believe that when our people thrive, our company thrives.

Our mission is to
** enhance mobility, safety, and quality of life
** for residents, passengers, and partner companies. We do more than just provide services – we are constantly
** innovating
* * and staying abreast of industry developments to help our customers succeed.
** Join us
** in our shared goal of
** keeping America moving
** and ensuring customer satisfaction in an environment where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged.
** Apply now
** and become a part of our
** exciting journey**!
*
* Job Summary:

** The
** Railroad Track Specialist
** will
** inspect railroad tracks
** to ensure
** compliance with applicable railroad standards, state regulations, and the FRA Track Safety Standards Part 213 Subpart A-F**. They will produce reports for all tracks inspected, noting all
** non-compliant conditions
** found and providing
** suggested corrective/remedial actions**. This position communicates regularly with their
** direct supervisor
** and completes
** weekly/daily reports
** as required. The Railroad Track Specialist plays an integral role in
** developing and maintaining the Rail Pros client relationship**.
*
* Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

**
* ** Inspect railroad track structure** (primarily on foot) for
** compliance with railroad standards, state regulations,** &
** FRA Track Safety Standards Part 213 Subpart A-F
*** Detect deviations from
** federal (FRA Track Safety Standards Part 213 Subpart A-F)/state regulations
** and identify areas requiring
** repair or maintenance
*** Implement
** remedial action
** on defects, pending repair
* Comply with all
** railroad/client safety rules**,
** FRA guidelines**, and
** Rail Pros' policies and procedures
*** Provide
** clear written and verbal communication
** of track conditions
* Produce
** accurate and detailed reports
** for all tracks inspected
* Participate in
** derailment investigations
** if required
* Build and maintain
** effective customer relationships
*** Other duties as assigned or required to meet the needs of the business## Qualifications
** Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
*** Proven ability to work with
** minimal supervision
*** Ability to
** travel to various locations
** in the region for
** extensive periods of time
*** Proficient in
** Microsoft Programs (Outlook, Excel, Word), Adobe PDF Suite
*** Exemplary
** verbal and written communication
** skills* Excellent
** problem-solving skills
*** Ability to work
** independently
* * and as part of a
** team
* ** Comfort with
** sharing knowledge
** of track standards with
** clients, FRA, railroad employees**, and other Rail Pros employees
** Required

Education and Experience:

*** Minimum
** 5 years' experience
** as a railroad track inspector,
** MOW Foreman**, or
** MOW Supervisor
*** Proficiency in
** digital technology
** with the ability to use a
** tablet and/or laptop computer
*** Competent in using a
** tape measure, level board, stringline, taper/step gauge,
**…