Rail Track Inspection Field Technician (Travel)

Ensco, Inc.

Chambersburg (Franklin County)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 38,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

ENSCO, Inc. seeks a Travel Technician for railroad track inspection operations. This role involves interpreting railroad documents, reviewing track data for reporting, and operating hi-rail survey vehicles. Based at customer sites, you will travel to sites across the U.S.

and contribute to mission-critical rail inspections. The position offers a travel-heavy schedule with flights, hotels, and per diem. A Public Trust background check is required along with US residency and relevant experience or

Qualifications

  • Must pass Public Trust background investigation.
  • Residency in the United States for at least 3 of the past 5 years.
  • 3+ years in electrical/electromechanical/mechanical field or a Bachelor's degree with 1 year experience.
  • Experience with safety programs and MS Office.
  • Ability to read electrical/electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret railroad documents to derive train speed information.
  • Review and analyze track measurement data for reporting.
  • Operate hi-rail vehicles and perform some vehicle maintenance.
  • Maintain safety and sanitation aboard government-owned survey vehicles.
  • Travel to and work on railroad track inspection sites as a ENSCO representative.

Skills

Verbal and written communication
Reading schematics
MS Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Outlook
Tape measure
Windows OS

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Outlook
Tape measure
Windows OS

Job description

ENSCO, Inc. seeks a Travel Technician for railroad track inspection operations. This role involves interpreting railroad documents, reviewing track data for reporting, and operating hi-rail survey vehicles. Based at customer sites, you will travel to sites across the U.S.

and contribute to mission-critical rail inspections. The position offers a travel-heavy schedule with flights, hotels, and per diem. A Public Trust background check is required along with US residency and relevant experience or

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