Track Inspector GETR

Patriot Rail Company; Gettysburg (Adams County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Rail Company is seeking a qualified inspector to monitor railroad track structures, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. You will identify deviations, implement remedial actions, and direct crews to repair defects while overseeing work for safety and efficiency.

The role requires the ability to learn regulations, stand for long periods, and operate outdoors across varying conditions, including extended travel and nonstandard hours. Strong safety focus is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years related work experience required.
• Knowledge of FRA Track Safety Standards and Roadway Worker Protection is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railroad track structure for compliance with regulations.
• Identify deviations from federal/state regulations.
• Direct repairs or crews to fix track defects and supervise work.

Skills

Verbal comprehension

Communication skills

Reasoning skills

Functional/ Technical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1-3 years related work experience

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect railroad track structure for compliance with railroad policy and federal/state regulations.
• Detect deviations from the federal/state regulations.
• Implement remedial action on defects pending repair.
• Repair or direct crews to repair or replace track structure defects.
• Oversee/direct production gang work.
• Inspect completed work to verify conformance to government regulations.
• Prepare inspection reports for management and government compliance.
• Knowledge and application of applicable rules, regulations and policies or the ability to learn.
• Perform special inspections of the track structure in times of severe weather or other events, which may damage the railroad.
• Perform other tasks necessary to the efficient operation of the railroad.
• Additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to supervise employees and perform duties without direct supervision.
• Ability to recognize problems and appropriately and efficiently make repairs.
• Ability to perform mechanical repair tasks - manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are necessary.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, walk and move rapidly, climb, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently, and to lift weights up to 80 lbs.
• Experience in operating equipment a plus.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the FRA Track Safety Standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Roadway Worker Protection rules.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and temperatures.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules and work assignments.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License and be willing to obtain Commercial Driver's License if necessary.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years of related work experience

COMPETENCIES:

• Verbal comprehension Understand oral and written communications, both general and technical.
• Communication skills Provide clear instructions/directions.
• Reasoning skills Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Functional/ Technical Skills Has the technical and functional background to perform job duties at a high level of competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
• Wear protective equipment including hearing protection, safety steel-toe boots, or safety glasses.
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, including on-call 7 days a week, 24 hours per day, with extended periods of time away from home and short rest between assignments in accordance with the hours of service regulation.
• Medium to heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 80 pounds.
• Stoop/bend/kneel/crouch/crawl/balance/climb.
• Work in cramped, confined, enclosed, or awkward places.
• Walk long distances over uneven terrain.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

ANTICIPATED PERCENT OF TRAVEL:

50%-75%

SAFTEY:

Safety is the cornerstone value in our Company. Our employees are expected to live our values on the job in how we work, how we act, and how we create value. Safety is a personal responsibility. We are professionals and our activities must reflect that professionalism. Each team member must demonstrate safety advocacy every day - regardless of their role in the Company. Compliance with safety and operating rules is required and essential to our own safety and that of others.

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