Assistant Track Inspector

Assistant Track Inspector at Brightline Trains

Essential Functions Maintenance Operations

• Perform maintenance operations including, but not limited to, regular track maintenance, track inspection, landscaping, brush cutting, painting, pressure washing, window washing, and fence repairs.

Track Protection

• Assist in establishing on‑track protection within assigned areas according to the company’s operating rules and federal law.

Construction Projects

• Complete minor construction projects including stations and facility repairs, corridor civil improvements, and railroad grade crossing repairs.

Equipment Operation

• Safely operate motorized equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers, pressure washers, and drills; maintain tools and equipment in good condition.

Material Handling

• Transport, load, and unload material and equipment.

Safety Compliance

• Work safely and adhere to applicable railroad rules and regulations; report hazards or injuries and take immediate corrective action.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with other maintenance technicians to perform quality work efficiently.

Training

• Assist in conducting safety meetings and training sessions for railroad teammates on proper procedures of working around active tracks.

Incident Response

• Respond to third‑party incidents and severe weather events and lead infrastructure clean‑up activities.

Additional Duties

• Follow manager’s instructions to execute and delegate the planned work.
• Perform additional construction and maintenance support duties as required.
• Monitor all Brightline communication channels, including the company intranet and bConnected, during work hours to ensure all communications and notifications are promptly reviewed.

Managerial Responsibility

• None

Experience & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; some college or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in maintenance, construction, or railroad industries required; experience operating light‑duty construction equipment highly desired.
• Qualified to inspect, maintain, and restore track under CFR 49 Part 213 Subpart A-F.
• General knowledge of construction and maintenance fields, including landscaping, facility operations, civil repairs, painting, basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical.
• Experience working around railroads or railroad operations and familiarity with Federal Railroad Administration safety rules and regulations preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledgeable about railway systems, track structures, and maintenance procedures.
• Skilled in operating motorized equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers, pressure washers, and drills.
• Proficient in construction and maintenance fields, including landscaping, facility operations, civil repairs, painting, basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Strong focus on safety and attention to detail to consistently deliver high‑quality work.
• Well‑versed in safety protocols and regulations related to maintenance operations; wear personal protective equipment when required.
• Effective communicator, adept at establishing rapport across all organizational levels, fostering productive relationships crucial for operational success.
• Must be willing to work any shift or on weekends and holidays based on operational needs.
• Good physical condition to handle demands of the job, including working in various weather conditions and performing manual tasks; capable of operating heavy machinery, lift, climb, push, pull, and bend for extended periods, frequently lifting and/or moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Effective in working with other maintenance technicians and following managerial instructions.

Work Environment

Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration; occasional exposure to a variety of extreme conditions; noise level can be loud.

Physical Demands

Regular use of hands, fingers, and arms; frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds, occasionally more than 100 pounds; specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and adjustment of focus. Objects weighing 70 pounds or more must be accompanied by a second individual to avoid injury.

Travel

50%

Seniorities and Type

Entry level;
Full‑time;
Managerial and Manufacturing;
Rail Transportation industry.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Brightline is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Brightline will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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