Construction Inspector

NRSS • Dry Ridge, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Construction Inspector to support railroad safety services for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOTs, railroad suppliers, contractors, and consultants. The position is based in Dry Ridge, Kentucky, and is full-time, hourly, and non-exempt. It reports to the District Manager, has no supervisory responsibility, and requires an average of 50%–85% travel, including extended trips that may last weeks. Compensation is $25 to $28, based on skills and experience.

NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm focused primarily on safety services for the railroad industry. It provides qualified field safety staff and safety training across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.

The Construction Inspector monitors worksites and construction crews for safety compliance, documents activities and compliance issues, checks company materials against quality standards, and reports deviations, safety concerns, and corrective actions. The inspector submits daily field reports, delivers site safety briefings, and intervenes when safety, compliance, or policy violations occur.

The position operates in a field environment. Employees must be able to communicate clearly in English, drive long distances or travel by other modes, stand for extended periods and walk on level or uneven ground, and tolerate extreme temperatures as well as dusty and noisy conditions. The role requires the ability to see at close and distant ranges, distinguish colors, and use peripheral vision and depth perception.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in one or more of the following: civil construction inspection involving grade separation projects; roadway paving or construction; utility work; or experience with a freight railroad, regional short line railroad, transit system, State DOT highway or rail division, railroad supplier, highway or railroad contractor, commercial construction, or civil engineering/railroad consultant.
• Proficient computer skills using Android OS on tablets and smartphones.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High accuracy and attention to detail, with good organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ability to travel for extended periods, sometimes for weeks at a time.
• Ability to successfully complete Federal, client-specific, and/or company-specific training.
• Ability to hear, speak, read, and write clearly in English.
• Ability to drive long distances and/or travel by other modes as necessary.
• Ability to stand for long periods and/or walk on level or uneven ground.
• Ability to see up close and at a distance, distinguish colors, and use peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Ability to tolerate extreme heat and cold, as well as dusty and noisy conditions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction worksites and crews to verify safety compliance.
• Maintain detailed records of jobsite activities and compliance issues.
• Examine and maintain company materials to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Document deviations from plans and safety concerns, request corrective actions, and ensure issues are resolved.
• Submit daily field reports detailing contractor and/or railroad activities.
• Provide clear, concise, and thorough safety briefings to personnel at each site.
• Intervene when safety, compliance, or company policies are violated.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED