Lead Track Inspector

Location

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

R0122784

HITACHI RAIL HONOLULU JV

Communications & Corporate Affairs

Full time

No

Lead Track Inspector for our Honolulu Rail Project. The position is based in Pearl City, HI. The successful candidate will bring ideas for continuous improvement and creativity. Responsibilities include overseeing periodic track inspections, ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations and FRA Track Safety Standards, and maintaining effective communication with Track Manager and other departments.

• Plan and implement a program of periodic inspections to provide optimum coverage of the railroad track in accordance with track maintenance and inspection standards, state regulations, and FRA Track Safety Standards.
• Perform walking railroad track structure inspections for compliance with railroad and project standards and federal/state regulations.
• Perform walking inspection for 3rd rail and report any problems and best means of correction.
• Identify physical defects of on‑track signaling and telecommunication equipment and report to the appropriate department.
• Detect deviations from standards, identify areas requiring repair or maintenance, determine the seriousness of the problems, and communicate with the Track Manager to implement remedial action on defects, speed restrictions, and pending repair.
• Repair or direct crews to repair or replace track‑structure defects.
• Conduct special inspections of the track structure during severe weather or other events that may damage the railroad.
• Produce accurate and detailed inspection reports.
• Provide clear and concise written and verbal communication of track conditions.
• Know, apply and enforce applicable rules, regulations, and policies.
• Coordinate operation of a track geometry test cart and use the information to produce, detect, locate, and evaluate deviations in cross‑level, gauge, and track profile. Perform on‑ground inspections where defects are indicated to determine seriousness of the problems and the best means of correction.
• Coordinate operation of ultrasonic test cart and use the information produced, detect, locate, and evaluate deviations. Perform on‑ground inspections where defects are indicated to determine seriousness of the problems and the best means of correction.
• Determine the need for and conduct safety meetings and on‑the‑job training for other track employees regarding proper and safe inspection and maintenance procedures.
• Operate or direct crews on the operation of rerailing equipment.
• Perform investigations of train accidents and/or derailments, individually or as part of a team.
• Determine probable cause of accidents or incidents and whether any Federal regulations were violated.
• Share knowledge of track inspections and standards with other track employees.
• Perform other tasks necessary to ensure the efficient operation of the rail transit system.
• Manage other tasks and perform other duties as assigned.
• Build and maintain effective internal and external customer relationships.
• Show flexibility and efficiency required for shift rotation, weekends, and holidays typical for major infrastructure projects.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a railroad track inspector, maintenance of way (MOW) foreman, or MOW supervisor.
• Knowledge of railroad track system construction, maintenance, testing, and inspection techniques.
• Knowledge of safety criteria for track structure and engineering.
• Knowledgeable of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) track safety standards.
• Experience in track inspection (FRA or non‑FRA) to identify and evaluate opportunities for improvement.

• High school diploma in a technical area required.
• Associate’s degree in construction/business management, or equivalent work experience, preferred.

• English Proficiency.

The salary range for this position is $104,700 to $157,000 per year. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset, and ability level, internal equity, and location.

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.