Railroad Safety & Compliance Inspector

State-of-West-Virgini; West Virginia; On-site; USD 46,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Virginia Public Service Commission is seeking a railroad operating practices inspector to enforce railroad rules, hours of service, and certification standards. The role includes investigating accidents, inspecting facilities, and writing reports to prevent recurrence.

The incumbent will examine records for safety compliance, enforce federal regulations, and may prosecute violators. Travel, night hours, and outdoor work are expected as part of regular duties.

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time (or equivalent) experience in criminal justice, law enforcement, engineering, operations, safety, inspection or investigation in the assigned area.
• Substitution: college study in criminal justice, law enforcement, engineering, engineering technology, safety or industrial hygiene may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Special Requirement: possess a valid driver's license and meet federally required certification standards by probationary end.
• Note: Criminal justice experience is appropriate for the Motor Carrier Division only.

Responsibilities

• Investigates serious railroad accidents and visits accident sites to determine causes.
• Writes narrative reports describing accidents, causes, and preventive measures.
• Examines carrier records for reporting and compliance with injuries, accidents, and regulations.
• Assesses compliance with federal alcohol, drug, locomotive engineer and conductor regulations.
• Inspects yards, repair shops, and facilities for blue signal protection compliance.
• May submit evidence for prosecution and enforces applicable federal laws.
• Travels as needed; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Investigation skills

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

Criminal justice or related study allowed substitution

Job description

The West Virginia Public Service Commission is seeking a railroad operating practices inspector to enforce railroad rules, hours of service, and certification standards. The role includes investigating accidents, inspecting facilities, and writing reports to prevent recurrence.

The incumbent will examine records for safety compliance, enforce federal regulations, and may prosecute violators. Travel, night hours, and outdoor work are expected as part of regular duties.