Rail Field Construction Inspector (Travel 50-85%)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS); City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Field Construction Inspector to support railroad safety for major lines and transit systems.

This on-site position requires a high school diploma, 2+ years in civil/railroad inspection, and the ability to travel extensively (50–85%). You will coordinate jobs, communicate clearly with railroad and contractor teams, and enforce safety and policy compliance across sites while delivering daily field reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills essential.
• Ability to travel extensively and manage field operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reporting.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Willingness to complete required safety training and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide jobsite coordination.
• Provide clear and concise communication with Railroad Personnel, and/or Contractor personnel.
• Provide clear, concise, and thorough safety briefings with all personnel on each job site.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.
• Identify rule violations and resolve in accordance with Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.
• Enforce Contractor training requirements.
• Submit daily field reports detailing Contractor and/or Railroad activities.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Travel ability

Attention to detail

Client relationships

Training ability

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Android OS proficiency on tablet & smartphone

Citrix Applications

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Field Construction Inspector to support railroad safety for major lines and transit systems.

This on-site position requires a high school diploma, 2+ years in civil/railroad inspection, and the ability to travel extensively (50–85%). You will coordinate jobs, communicate clearly with railroad and contractor teams, and enforce safety and policy compliance across sites while delivering daily field reports.