Track Inspector/Laborer

RailWorks•Baton Rouge, LA

28d•$26 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

The Track Inspector/Laborer is a hybrid role, with approximately 50% of the time spent inspecting railroad tracks and 50% working alongside a crew. The position inspects industry tracks for compliance with standard codes and ordinances, contract plans and specifications, and applicable federal and state regulations. Inspections may cover tracks generally or focus on specific areas such as ties, ballast, or track. The role identifies deviations, recommends repairs, and prepares repair priorities, budget estimates, and plans. It also supports safety work, including accident and incident investigations, and includes customer interaction and marketing RailWorks services. The primary jobsite initially will be in Louisiana, with travel throughout the Southeast. The role works with office and field personnel, the Chief Track Inspector, customers, and other operating departments to meet productivity goals and address operational issues. It is responsible for field tools, job audits, project and training documentation, reports and proposals, and assisting with training future inspection staff. The position may also respond to occasional nighttime, weekend, and holiday callouts and emergencies. Work is frequently performed at construction sites and may involve long-distance driving, occasional air travel, and overnight stays throughout the territory. Duties include walking on uneven surfaces, negotiating active construction areas, operating railroad switches, and working in very hot or very cold weather. RailWorks describes itself as a collaborative, safety-focused employer offering career growth opportunities.

Requirements

TWIC card, RWP training, FRA training, First Aid/CPR training, Basic Plus, and site-specific training.
Valid driver's license.
At least 2 years of track maintenance and/or construction experience.
CFR 213 qualified or able to complete qualification.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to oversee paper flow for timesheets, purchase orders, force accounts, material reports, expense reports, and invoices.
Willingness to continue developing skills through training, experience, and education.
Ability to travel throughout the Southeast, drive long distances, and occasionally take air travel with overnight stays.
Ability to perform the physical activities and meet the working conditions described, including walking on uneven surfaces, operating railroad switches, and working in hot or cold weather.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma with 1–2 years of college credits in business or construction.

Responsibilities

Inspect track for compliance with contract requirements and applicable federal and state regulations.
Detect deviations from federal, state, and customer regulations.
Provide written and oral job-status updates to the Chief Inspector.
Prepare inspection reports that prioritize repairs and include budget estimates and plans.
Work with office and field personnel, the Chief Track Inspector, and other team members to meet productivity goals and help resolve operational problems.
Interface with customers and market RailWorks services throughout the territory.
Care for and implement tools used in the field.
Conduct job audits for safety inspections, quality control, and cost control.
Participate in or conduct scheduled safety and operations meetings with the team and field employees.
Work directly with customers as needed.
Review plans, designs, and specifications.
Coordinate with operating departments, including Safety and Equipment/Shop managers.
Maintain documentation files for projects, training, and other activities.
Assist with training potential future inspection staff.
Assist the Manager Division Safety with root-cause investigations and injury management.
Respond to occasional callouts and emergencies at night, on weekends, and on holidays.
Write proposals, letters, and reports.
Work alongside a crew as part of the hybrid inspector/laborer role.