Rail Track Inspector – Safety & Field Inspections

American Heritage Companies; Bryson City (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision package

HSA funded

Parental Leave

Life/AD&D Insurance

Long/Short Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Train passes

401K with company-match

Generous PTO

Southern Highlands Attraction pass

Pass Exchange program

Job summary

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is hiring a Track Inspector to inspect and monitor railroad track and structures for compliance with Federal safety regulations across assigned routes.

The role requires extensive on-foot inspections, detailed defect documentation, and coordination with Roadmaster. Candidates should have CFR Part 213 certification, excellent English communication, and the ability to work long shifts in varied terrain.

Qualifications

• Certificate for Track Safety Standards Part 213.
• Knowledge of railroad track construction, maintenance, testing and inspection.
• Familiar with documenting defects per CFR Part 213.
• Clear written and spoken English communication.
• Ability to stand up to 12 hours on foot.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Good balance on uneven surfaces while carrying tools.
• Strong organization and multi-tasking abilities.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point.
• Ability to complete Fit for Duty evaluation and drug testing.
• Willingness to take MOW Safety Training Courses.
• CDL A preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement tack inspections per CFR Part 213.
• Perform on-ground inspections to identify defects and determine correction methods.
• Investigate safety complaints from employees and the public.
• Maintain relationships with state and Federal Railroad Safety Inspectors.
• Conduct visual inspections of switches, turnouts, crossings, rail, joints, drainage and ballast.
• Document findings and communicate to Roadmaster; schedule repairs.
• Conduct inspections walking and driving for defects under CFR Part 213.
• Apply knowledge to determine when to issue slow orders or take track out of service.
• Maintain records in compliance with CFR Part 213.241.

Skills

Track inspection

English communication

Attention to detail

Education

Track Safety Standards Part 213 Certification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is hiring a Track Inspector to inspect and monitor railroad track and structures for compliance with Federal safety regulations across assigned routes.

The role requires extensive on-foot inspections, detailed defect documentation, and coordination with Roadmaster. Candidates should have CFR Part 213 certification, excellent English communication, and the ability to work long shifts in varied terrain.