Field Construction Inspector (FCI)

NRSS • Rochester, 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. NRSS provides safety services and training throughout the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.

This full-time, hourly, non-exempt position is based in Rochester, New York, reports to the District Manager, and involves an average of 50%–85% travel, including extended trips that may last weeks at a time. Compensation is $25 to $28, based on skills and experience. The position has no supervisory responsibility.

The FCI coordinates jobsites, communicates with railroad and contractor personnel, delivers safety briefings, enforces applicable policies and training requirements, identifies and addresses rule violations, and submits daily field reports. The work takes place in a field environment and requires the ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and dusty or noisy conditions, stand or walk for extended periods, and travel by vehicle or other modes as needed.

NRSS emphasizes safety as a core commitment for all employees and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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, or civil engineering or railroad consultant.
• Proficient computer skills using Android OS on a tablet and smartphone.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge in civil highway construction, or railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety.
• 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-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

• Provide jobsite coordination.
• Communicate clearly with railroad personnel and/or contractor personnel.
• Provide clear, concise, and thorough safety briefings to all personnel at each jobsite.
• Enforce 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
• Education Level: High school or GED