Track Inspector - Belle, WV

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The Track I nspector position is re quired to safely and efficiently inspect, repair, and maintain the ra ilroad track infrastructure to e nsure safe and efficient service to our customers . This position re qu ires that the individual is proficient in and can supervise Team Members while performing the following skills, duties, and requirements .

• Inspect, unload, load, distribute, pick-up, install cross ties, switch ties, other trackmaterialand ballast.
• Inspect, unload, distribute, load, pick-up, install, grind, and transpose rail.
• Inspect, load, unload, distribute, pick-up, remove, construct,maintain and repair turnouts.
• Inspect for defects, patrol, construct, install, retire, remove, surface, gauge,lineand shift track.
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install,maintain, and repair road crossings.
• Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install,maintain, repair, paint, renew and replace bridges.
• Inspect, protect, flag,maintain,repairand construct culverts and tunnels.
• Inspect, dismantle, remove,maintain, repair and paint station facilities.
• Inspect, test,maintain,repair,construct and install scales.
• Inspect, remove,maintain, repair, construct, and install right of way,sandand snow fences.
• Inspect, construct, install,maintain,cleanand paint signs.
• Cut and dispose of vegetation.
• Clean debris from switches and remove snow or other foreign materials from track infrastructure.
• Completeaccurateandtimelyreporting as required.
• Read and accurately interpret company documents such as safety rules,operating and maintenance instructions and federal and state regulations.
• Communicate professionally and effectively.
• Possessa comprehensive understanding of track authority.
• Comply withperformancemetricsmeasurements and deadlines.
• Practice safe work habits and follow company and industry policies,procedure sand regulations.
• Respond promptly to any accident,incidentor emergency call.
• Operate,maintain, and repair vehicles and track equipment.
• Inspect completed work toensurequality and compliance with established track standards.
• Help, mentor, trainand directtracklaborers andotherpersonnel.
• Obtain andoperateunder track warrants.
• Supervise restoration of track under traffic condition.
• Read and analyze reports, blueprints, and other technical materials.
• Identify project risks and opportunities.
• Assist with the cost estimates and proposals.
• Superviseanddevelopwork plans.
• Schedule and perform all track activities.
• Prepare inspection reports.
• Coordinate work activities with all departments as needed.
• Attend meetings and conference calls as required.

• Mustbe 18 years or older.
• Must have a Class D Driver’s License.
• High school education or general education development (GED).
• 1-year supervisory experience in railroad management or the combination of supervisory experience and training in a course in track maintenance.
• Must behave passed
  
  Track Ground School, GCOR Written Test, Roadway Worker Protection Written Test, Fall Protection Written Test, Maintenance of Way Safety Written Test, MSHA/OSHA Training and Certification (if required on site),CWR Written Test,FRA Track Standards Test, Track Foreman Written Test, Track Inspection Written Test, and Manager’s Training.
• Must also be able to pass and apply the information from the FRA Track Standards Test, Track Foreman Written Test, Track Inspection Written Test, and Manager’s Training.

• Must have the abilityto recognize problems,apply commonsenseandunderstandingto carry out written and oral instructions.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to have a flexible work schedule.
• Must have knowledge ofand be ableapplythe
  
  Roadway Protection Rulesand the FRA Track Safety Standards.
• Must have a broad understanding of railroad operationsandexperience in operatingrailroadequipment.
• Must have the ability to apply concepts of basicmath and calculate figures.
• Must have the ability to perform duties without direct supervision.
• Must have familiarity with applicable governmental regulations.