Railroad Track Inspector Job at American Track, Henderson, NV

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  • American Track
  • Henderson, NV

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Type
Full-time

Description
MUST HAVE RAILROAD EXPERIENCE!!

American Track is seeking an experienced Track Specialist with expert-level knowledge of FRA Track Safety Standards. The Track Specialist is a senior level inspector that monitors railroad track functionality and structure to assure compliance with federal safety regulations. The successful candidate must demonstrate knowledge and understand the requirements of FRA Part 213, detect deviations, and prescribe proper remedial action. The Track Specialist must be detail-oriented, a skilled problem-solver, and able to learn and apply federal and railroad rules, regulations, and policies.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Plan and implement a program of periodic inspections to provide optimum coverage of the railroad track network in the assigned territory and ensure compliance with FRA Class 1 requirements.
  • Perform on-ground inspections where defects are indicated to determine the seriousness of the problems and best means of correction.
  • Inspect railroad track structure for compliance with railroad policy and federal/state regulations.
  • Detect deviations from federal/state regulations. Communicate with local Area manager and implement remedial action on defects, pending repair.
  • Inspect completed work to verify conformance to government regulations.
  • Prepare inspection reports for management and government compliance.
  • Perform special inspections of the track structure in times of severe weather or other events that may damage the railroad.
  • Perform other tasks necessary to the efficient operation of the railroad.
  • Identify opportunities for market expansion into new related services or geographies in support of the overall regional and company growth plans.
  • Support key customer relationships and participate in closing strategic opportunities.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS

Education Required:
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Associate degree in construction/business management, or equivalent work experience, preferred
  • Valid Driver’s License
Work Experience Required:
  • 2+ years of experience operating a hi-rail truck and performing on-track inspections.
  • 3+ years of experience railroad construction, repair, and maintenance.
  • Ability to operate heavy machinery.
  • Knowledge of rail maintenance and/or commercial construction operations
  • Track inspection (FRA or non-FRA) in order to help identify and evaluate opportunities .
Skills & Knowledge Required:
  • FRA Track Safety Standards
  • Roadway Worker Protection rules
  • Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly, with overnight stay.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with others.
  • Excellent planning and time management abilities
  • Self-motivated, able to maintain schedules and execute on sales activities with minimal supervision day-to-day.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
  • MUST BE WILLING TO TRAVEL.
  • Constant physical effort, including standing, stoop, bend, and crouch, is required during regular work shift of at least 8 hours per day.
  • Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds
  • Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground, in varying weather conditions to include extreme heat, rain, cold.
  • Ability to climb on and off on-track equipment safely.
  • Outdoor work environment periodically exposes employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Outdoor, Shift work, Night shift,

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