Field Construction Inspector (FCI)

NRSS • Utica, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Field Construction Inspector (FCI) to support railroad safety services for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOTs, railroad suppliers, contractors, and consultants. This full-time, hourly, non-exempt position is based in Utica, New York, reports to the District Manager, has no supervisory responsibility, and requires an average of 50%–85% travel. Compensation is $25 to $28, based on skills and experience.

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

The FCI coordinates jobsites, communicates with railroad and contractor personnel, conducts safety briefings, enforces applicable railroad, state, federal, local, project, and contractor training policies, identifies and addresses rule violations according to policy, and submits daily field reports. The role operates in a field environment and may involve extended travel, sometimes for weeks at a time.

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/railroad contractor, or civil engineering/railroad consultant.
• Proficiency with Android OS on tablets and smartphones.
• Proficiency with Citrix applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil highway construction or railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety.
• High accuracy and attention to detail, and strong 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, 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, and dusty or noisy conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide jobsite coordination.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with railroad and/or contractor personnel.
• Provide clear, concise, and thorough safety briefings with all personnel at each jobsite.
• Enforce all railroad, state, and federal policies.
• Identify rule violations and resolve them in accordance with railroad, state, and federal policies.
• Enforce contractor training requirements.
• Submit daily field reports detailing contractor and/or railroad activities.
• Enforce project-site safety in accordance with federal, state, local, and railroad policies.

What This Job Offers

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