Construction Inspector

NRSS • Fayetteville, NC

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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 Fayetteville, North Carolina, is full-time and hourly/non-exempt, and reports to the District Manager. Travel is expected, averaging 50%–85%, including extended periods away from home, sometimes for weeks at a time. Compensation is $25–$28, based on skills and experience. The role has no supervisory responsibility.

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

The Construction Inspector monitors construction worksites for safety compliance, maintains detailed records, documents deviations and safety concerns, requests corrective actions, and follows up to ensure issues are resolved. The inspector submits daily field reports, provides safety briefings, and intervenes when safety, compliance, or policy violations occur. The role operates in a field environment and requires travel, extended standing and walking, and tolerance of varied weather and site conditions.

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 work 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; well organized.
• 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, 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 tolerate extreme heat and cold, as well as dusty and noisy conditions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction crews at worksites to verify safety compliance.
• Maintain detailed records of jobsite activities and compliance issues.
• 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
• Education Level: High school or GED