Track Inspector (Westlake, LA)

R.J. Corman Railroad Group; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

R.J. Corman Railroad Switching Company in Westlake, LA is seeking a Track Inspector to safely inspect rails, ties, roadbed and switches. You will work in coordination with the Track Superintendent to install and repair track, operate inspection machinery, and complete all required documentation while promoting a safe work environment.

Railroad experience is preferred. Candidates should pass railroad safety training, communicate clearly, work multi‑taskedly, and apply strong analytical skills

Qualifications

• Prefer related work experience of at least 2 years involving track inspection, repair, and maintenance.
• Able to pass railroad safety test and training.
• Can safely and efficiently operate power tools.
• Must have good communication skills and good employee relations.
• Should be multi-task oriented and possess good analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in conjunction with the Track Superintendent and Track Owner to install and repair track; complete other projects as needed.
• Operate machinery in order to adequately inspect the track.
• Complete all required documentation.
• Promote a safe work environment.
• Railroad experience preferred.
• Perform tasks associated with track work including but not limited to: pulling and driving spikes, replacing ties, surfacing track, changing rail, bars, and other track apparatus.

Skills

Track inspection

Railroad experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

Power tools

Job description

R. J. Corman Railroad Switching Company is seeking a Track Inspectorin Westlake, LA.

Accountability:

This individual will safely inspect rails, ties, roadbed and switches.

Responsibilities

• Work in conjunction with the Track Superintendent and Track Owner to install and repair track; complete other projects as needed.
• Operate machinery in order to adequately inspect the track.
• Complete all required documentation.
• Promote a safe work environment.
• Railroad experience preferred.
• Perform tasks associated with track work including but not limited to: pulling and driving spikes, replacing ties, surfacing track, changing rail, bars, and other track apparatus.

Education and Experience:

Prefer related work experience of at least 2 years involving track inspection, repair, and maintenance. Able to pass railroad safety test and training. Can safely and efficiently operate power tools. Must have good communication skills and good employee relations. Should be multi-task oriented and possess good analytical skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to perform physical strenuous work
• Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50lbs
• Requires occasional use of 30lb claw bar to remove spikes, requiring application of 50lbs of force
• Requires occasional use of 10lb sledge hammer to drive spikes, requiring application of 75lbs of force
• Able to walk, climb, and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, ladders, uneven terrain, rails and ballast in a safe manner
• Able to navigate into confined spaces if necessary

Environmental Conditions:

Performs some duties in job-site environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles and equipment. Frequent exposure to weather elements; and appropriate PPE required for job site visits.

Major or Unusual Problems:

24/7 availability required. Maintenance of teamwork within track inspection and maintenance / repair operations and with company and corporate groups.

Job Dimensions

Supervises railroad track inspection and repair / maintenance operations within R.J. Corman Railroad Switching Company customer facilities.

Benefits:

R.J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance( immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
• Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Paid maternity leave
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Employee referral program
• Annual tickets to My Old KYDinner Train

R.J .Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Aff…

Equal Opportunity Employer

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