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Railroad Safety Inspector; MP&E -BIL - SME

Job in Globe, Gila County, Arizona, 85502, USA
Listing for: US Department of Transportation
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Compliance
  • Government
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 89508 - 145468 USD Yearly USD 89508.00 145468.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Railroad Safety Inspector (MP&E) -BIL DIRECT HIRE- SME
Summary

This position(s) is located in the Office of Railroad Safety, Motive Power & Equipment Division. A Railroad Safety Inspector (MP&E) provides technical expertise and direction in th execution and administration of rail safety programs to ensure maximum safety in railroad operations relevant to motive power and equipment.

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Summary

This position(s) is located in the Office of Railroad Safety, Motive Power & Equipment Division. A Railroad Safety Inspector (MP&E) provides technical expertise and direction in th execution and administration of rail safety programs to ensure maximum safety in railroad operations relevant to motive power and equipment.

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Overview

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Accepting applications

Posted this week
· Apply by 08/17/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 17, 2026

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Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $89,508 - $145,468 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 12

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Work schedule Full-time - Full Time Travel Required 76% or greater - Travel is required.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

* 2121 Railroad Safety

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union Yes - This is a Bargaining unit position represented by AFGE 1084.

Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR)

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* Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required Yes - The Ethics in Government Act of 1978 requires the applicant selected for this position to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter.

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Announcement number FRA.DH
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This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from any U.S. Citizen. Due to the potential of a high volume of applicants, not all applicants may receive consideration. Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Many', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.

Duties

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As a Railroad Safety Inspector (MP&E) you will:

* Plan and carry out periodic inspections providing assurance that railroad cars and locomotives are operational in compliance with federal safety standards. The inspector is charged with the impartial and uniform application of the laws, rules, and regulations, orders and standards pertaining to railroad equipment. Inspectors are responsible for carrying out their inspections in accordance with the General Compliance Manual, MP&E Compliance Manual, FRA Technical Bulletins.

Inspectors must additionally follow instructions given by the MP&E specialist and the Technical Train Standards Division Instructors. Conduct inspections in accordance with the National Safety Program Plan.

* Make recommendations for civil penalty assessments using discretion and interpretation of established Federal Railroad Administration doctrine.

* Inspect and observe tests of railroad rolling stock, including motive power, other on-track equipment, and related appurtennances to determine compliance with established applicable laws, rules, regulations, orders and standards.

* Prior to or during assembly and installation, inspect and observe tests and component parts of railroad facilties to determine whether such parts are suitable for the intended service.

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