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Railroad Safety Inspector; Hazardous Materials - BIL -Sme
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Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77020, USA
Listed on 2026-06-14
Listing for:
US Department of Transportation
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-14
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Railroad
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Summary
The FRA administers and enforces Federal safety and health laws and regulations that apply to the railroad industry and its ancillary compenents. You will serve as a Railroad Safety Inspector, in an assigned territory, as a mobile worker in the Hazardous Material discipline.
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Summary
The FRA administers and enforces Federal safety and health laws and regulations that apply to the railroad industry and its ancillary compenents. You will serve as a Railroad Safety Inspector, in an assigned territory, as a mobile worker in the Hazardous Material discipline.
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Accepting applications
Posted today
· Apply by 09/03/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on September 3, 2026
Location
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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
Promotion potential 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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Background check type
* 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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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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The Railroad Safety Inspector (Hazardous Materials):
* Plans and carries out an itinerary of periodic inspections of the handling of hazardous materials at all rail facilities, including intermodal facilities, and shipper/consignee locations. Also, inspects rail cars, freight containers and intermodal bulk containers for compliance with applicable hazardous materials regulations, freight car equipment and safety appliance standards.
* Conducts investigations of collisions, reportable derailment, and unintentional releases of hazardous materials, or other accidents/incidents resulting in serious injury to person(s) or to the property of a railroad occurring on the line of any common carrier engaged in interstate transportation.
* Determines probable cause of accident or incident and if Federal regulations were violated.
* Develops comprehensive reports (e.g., accident, incident, and notices of probable violation) which outline findings and recommendations.
The Ideal Candidate :
This position is perfect for a mid-level professional with strong technical background in applying current Federal railroad safety standards, as well as strong analytical and communication skills. The candidate must have experience in conducting inspections. The candidate must be mission focused and have the ability to interface with all levels of railroad management as well as the rail labor unions.
PLEASE NOTE:
This is an Open Continuous announcement. Applications will be reviewed and selections will be made at any time before the closing date. If your application is referred to the selecting official, you will be notified via USJOBS. All applicants will receive a final update once selections are complete.
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
* You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify
* Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date
* Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
* Direct Hire Authority/SME will be used to fill this position
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your…
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