District Sr Car Inspector, PSA

Metra•Chicago, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The District Senior Car Inspector – Purchase of Service Agreement (PSA) conducts on-site inspections of railroad facilities and rolling stock to ensure compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations. The role develops and maintains test and inspection schedules and records for locomotives, cab cars, coaches, and highliners; audits equipment and documentation; and tracks warranties, maintenance, and test-equipment calibration using IBM Maximo and related systems. The position also coordinates facility security inspections and supports security and emergency-response teams. The role reports directly to the Manager, Rolling Stock and Regulations. Work takes place inside and outside in prevailing weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow. The inspector must be able to work in railroad yards and along tracks where trains are operating, climb onto locomotives and cars, and travel within Metra’s six-county region. Flexible hours, on-call availability, and occasional overnight visits to outlying yards are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field; alternatively, journeyman experience as a machinist, sheet-metal worker, electrician, or carman, or four years of electrical or mechanical experience.
In addition to the education or experience pathway above, four years of experience repairing or inspecting mechanical or electrical equipment, preferably in a manufacturing or railroad environment.
Knowledge of Department of Transportation and Federal Railroad Administration regulations.
Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a demanding environment.
Ability to complete assigned projects and produce reports illustrating results.
Ability to gain cooperation from individuals and organizations.
Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
Obtain 49 CFR Part 238 certification within 60 days of hire.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a vehicle.
Be willing to travel within Metra’s six-county region.
Be available for flexible hours, including early mornings, late afternoons, evenings, and weekends; be available on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, including holidays.
Be able to walk in railroad yards and along tracks under train-traffic conditions, climb onto locomotives and cars, and see and hear train traffic in the worksite area.
Be able to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods; bend, stoop, and climb to inspect rolling stock.
Meet the stated hearing and visual acuity requirements, including far and near vision, depth and field perception, and color vision.
Be able to lift and move up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the IBM Maximo Asset Tracking System.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Develop, configure, project, issue, and maintain FRA test and inspection schedules for locomotives, cab cars, coaches, and highliners; maintain related FRA records.
Conduct field inspections and audits of equipment under FRA CFR Parts 229 and 238 to identify damage or structural defects.
Perform quality-control inspections of FRA paperwork, inspection forms, and completed work in Maximo.
Maintain warranty and maintenance tracking records using the IBM Maximo Tracking system.
Coordinate and record weekly and monthly security inspections at the main facility and outlying locations.
Generate the Preparedness Status Report and provide support and instruction to division security and emergency-response teams.
Track calibration dates and certifications for test equipment used in periodic inspections.
Manage Maximo user accounts, including creating, updating, and deactivating accounts.
Promote safe work practices and foster a safe work environment.
Perform other related duties as assigned to meet organizational needs.