Inbound Inspector- JOB FAIR

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC•Victoria, TX

About The Position

VLS Environmental Solutions is seeking an Inbound Inspector to inspect incoming railcars, prepare shop work orders and customer estimate sheets describing required repairs or modifications, and ensure work meets customer, AAR/FRA, and VLS requirements. The role includes randomly inspecting cars while work is in progress and reviewing completed work before release, either within internal departments or through an outbound audit at the location performing the work. The inspector communicates individual car needs, problem areas, and estimated ship dates to customers, and keeps the supervisor informed about estimate issues or problems that could affect completion times. The position requires knowledge of railcar inspection and repair, applicable customer requirements and AAR/FRA guidelines, and the ability to use the VLS Railcar estimating system. The inspector performs work safely and efficiently, contributes suggestions to improve operations, and helps train new employees in repair or inspection functions. Responsibilities also include maintaining orderly storage of inspection gauges and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Possess a valid rail car inspection certification or be willing to obtain certification within the specified time frame.
Mechanical aptitude, including identifying mechanical problems and effectively using inspection tools.
Familiarity with railcar inspection 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 to travel to various rail yards.
Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS), customer requirements, and applicable inspection guidelines.
Must 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 stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, hear, and smell.
Able to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights, in extreme temperatures and elements for extended periods, near moving mechanical parts, and in a loud environment.
May encounter fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, electrical shock, radiation, and vibration.
Specific vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications such as Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) or welding certifications.
Vocational or technical courses 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 to clearly report findings and collaborate with maintenance and operations teams.
Familiarity with inspection software, data entry, and report generation.

Responsibilities

Perform inbound railcar inspections and prepare shop work orders and customer estimate sheets outlining needed repairs or modifications.
Randomly inspect in-process railcars to verify that high quality standards are met.
Review completed work before release to verify repairs, modifications, or coatings meet the initial write-up and AAR/FRA, customer, and VLS requirements.
Communicate with customers about individual car needs, problem areas, and estimated ship dates.
Interpret VLS instructions, customer requirements, and AAR/FRA Field Manual guidelines.
Perform work safely and efficiently, and be responsible for personal and shop safety.
Suggest ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the operation.
Instruct and assist with training new employees in repair or inspection functions.
Keep the supervisor informed of estimate issues and potential problems that could affect railcar completion time.
Maintain housekeeping and orderly storage of gauges used in inspection.
Perform other duties as assigned.