Field Construction Inspector (FCI)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) • City of Syracuse, NY

2d • $25 - $28 • 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 Syracuse, New York, reports to the District Manager, and involves travel averaging 50%–85%. The role has no supervisory responsibility. Compensation is $25 to $28, based on skills and experience.

The Field Construction Inspector provides jobsite coordination and helps ensure safe, compliant railroad and construction work. The inspector 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 is performed in a field environment and may require extended travel, sometimes for weeks at a time.

NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm focused on safety services and training for the railroad industry. It serves clients in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company emphasizes safety as a core commitment in all work.

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, 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, and/or civil engineering/railroad consultant.
• Proficient computer skills using Android OS on tablets and smartphones.
• Proficient computer skills in Citrix applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge in civil highway construction, or railroad engineering, railroad design, railroad construction, and safety.
• 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, 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, perceive colors, and use peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Ability to tolerate extreme heat and cold temperatures and dusty or 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 job site.
• 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