Inbound Inspector- JOB FAIR

VLS Environmental Solutions•Victoria, TX

About The Position

The Inbound Inspector performs inbound railcar inspections and prepares shop work orders and customer estimate sheets that identify required repairs or modifications and ensure they meet customer, AAR/FRA, and VLS requirements. The role also conducts random in-process inspections to verify quality standards and reviews completed work before release, including outbound audits, to confirm that railcars have been repaired, modified, or coated according to the initial write-up and applicable requirements. The Inspector is responsible for safety in the shop, interpreting VLS instructions, customer requirements, AAR/FRA guidelines, and Safety Data Sheets, and using the VLS railcar estimating system. The position communicates with customers about individual railcar needs, problem areas, and estimated ship dates; keeps supervisors informed about estimate issues or schedule risks; supports training of new employees; maintains orderly inspection-gauge storage; and suggests ways to improve operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid rail car inspection certification, or willingness to obtain certification within the specified time frame.
Mechanical aptitude, including the ability to identify mechanical problems and use inspection tools effectively.
Familiarity with railcar safety standards and regulations, including AAR and FRA guidelines.
At least 2 years of experience in railcar inspection or a related field.
Strong attention to detail in identifying potential issues or safety hazards.
Valid driver's license for travel to various rail yards.
Pass a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screening.
Able to stand for long periods with limited breaks and lift up to 50 pounds.
Able to work for extended periods in extreme temperatures and outdoor elements.
Able to perform the described physical activities, including standing, walking, sitting, handling or feeling objects, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and communicating through talking or hearing.
Able to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
Able to work near moving mechanical parts and in a loud environment, and to encounter fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical-shock risks, radiation, and vibration.
Vision abilities required include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications such as Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) or welding certifications.
Vocational or technical coursework related to mechanical systems, railway engineering, or related fields.
Experience inspecting a wide variety of railcar types, such as tank cars, boxcars, and flat cars.
Strong communication skills for reporting findings and collaborating with maintenance and operations teams.
Computer literacy, including familiarity with inspection software, data entry, and report generation.

Responsibilities

Perform inbound inspections and prepare shop work orders and customer estimate sheets for needed repairs or modifications.
Ensure inspection findings and work meet customer, AAR/FRA, and VLS requirements.
Randomly inspect in-process railcars to verify quality standards.
Review completed work and outbound audits to confirm railcars were repaired, modified, or coated according to the initial write-up and applicable requirements.
Work safely and help ensure the safety of others in the shop.
Interpret VLS instructions, customer requirements, AAR/FRA Field Manual guidelines, and Safety Data Sheets.
Use the VLS railcar estimating system and estimate railcar repairs and modifications.
Communicate with customers about individual car needs, problem areas, and estimated ship dates.
Suggest ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.
Instruct and assist with training new employees in repair or inspection functions.
Keep the supervisor informed about estimate issues and potential problems that could affect completion times.
Maintain housekeeping and orderly storage of gauges used in inspections.
Perform other duties as assigned.