Construction Inspector

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

6d • $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 Maysville, Kentucky, and requires an average of 50%–85% travel, sometimes for periods of a week or more. The role is hourly and non-exempt, pays $25–$28 based on skills and experience, and reports to the District Manager. It has no supervisory responsibility.

The Construction Inspector monitors construction worksites for safety compliance, documents jobsite activities and compliance issues, and helps ensure work and company materials meet applicable quality standards. The inspector records deviations from plans and safety concerns, requests corrective actions, and follows up to ensure issues are resolved. The role also includes submitting daily field reports, delivering safety briefings, and intervening when safety, compliance, or policy violations occur.

The position operates in a field environment. NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm providing railroad safety services and training across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company states that safety is its foremost commitment and that employees at all levels must perform work safely.

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/construction, or utility work; experience with a freight railroad, regional short line railroad, transit system, State DOT highway or rail division, railroad supplier, highway/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, attention to detail, and 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 close up 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 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