Track Inspector-EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Job Summary

As a Track Inspector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring rail safety—responsible for inspecting and monitoring track structures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company regulations. Your work helps protect train crews, cargo, and the communities we serve. This role is perfect for someone detail-oriented, safety-focused, and ready to make a direct impact on rail operations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railroad track structure for compliance with railroad policy and federal/state regulations
• Detect and document deviations from federal/state regulations
• Implement remedial action on defects that are pending repair
• Complete repairs or direct crews on correcting track-structure defects
• Oversee production gang work and verify completed projects meet regulatory requirements
• Prepare inspection reports for management and government compliance
• Perform special inspections during severe weather or events that may impact track integrity
• Perform other tasks necessary to the efficient operation of the railroad
• Perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Full-time (40 plus hours weekly)
• Varying schedule in a 24/7 work environment that includes nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call as needed
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions
• Walking on uneven surfaces and climbing ladders and equipment always ensuring three points of contact
• Frequent lifting of equipment and tools up to 76 pounds

Skills And Experience

• Knowledge of FRA Track Safety Standards
• Knowledge of Roadway Worker Protection rules
• Ability to plan and maintain your own schedule to accomplish inspection and territory requirements
• Ability to work independently and alone for extended periods of time while being safe, productive and compliant
• Able to complete written forms and reports as required
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, applications, reporting, etc.)
• Able to read and interpret documents including safety rules, manuals, and regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment

Required Education And Credentials

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of related work experience
• Valid driver’s license required
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred or able to obtain one if required
• 213.7 qualified

Employment Requirements

• Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
• Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
• Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history

Relocation

Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate.