Construction Inspector

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) • Dry Ridge, KY

13d • $25 - $28 • 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 a full-time, hourly, non-exempt role. It reports to the District Manager and has no supervisory responsibility. Travel is expected, averaging 50%–85%, and may involve extended periods away, sometimes for weeks at a time. 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 construction worksites for safety compliance, maintains detailed activity and compliance records, checks company materials against quality standards, documents deviations and safety concerns, requests and verifies corrective actions, and submits daily field reports. The inspector also provides safety briefings and intervenes when safety requirements, compliance obligations, or policies are violated.

The role operates in a field environment and requires the ability to travel, drive long distances, work around uneven ground, and tolerate extreme temperatures as well as dusty and noisy conditions. Employees are expected to remain committed to safety at all times.

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 level of 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-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 crews at worksites 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 all personnel at each site.
• Intervene as needed when safety, compliance, or policies are violated.

What This Job Offers

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