Track Inspector

DescriptionSUMMARY: The person in this position inspects and monitors the functions of railroad track and structures to assure compliance with federal safety and health regulations among railroads, railroad employees, and contractors to railroads within an assigned geographical territory. Must have prior experience with Railroad Track or maintenance of way on Railroad. RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspect railroad track structure for compliance with railroad policy and federal/state regulations

Detect deviations from federal/state regulations

Implement remedial action on defects, pending repair

Repair or direct crews to repair or replace track-structure defects

Oversee/direct production gang work

Inspect completed work to verify conformance to government regulations

Prepare inspection reports for management and government compliance

Know and apply applicable rules, regulations, and policies, or have the ability to learn them

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

Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Knowledge of FRA Track Safety Standards

Knowledge of Roadway Worker Protection rules

Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and temperatures

Willingness to work flexible schedules and work assignments and to travel to other parts of the railroad as necessary

Willingness to obtain CDL

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

High school diploma or GED

One to three years of related work experience

Valid driver’s license required; Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred

This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.