Track Inspector

Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. • Lansford, ND

2d • $27 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Track Inspector position is responsible for track inspections, enforcing safety standards, and coordinating repairs to the track. Responsible for the immediate reporting of unsafe track conditions.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in track maintenance and GCOR, OTS, CWR, and FRA training.
• Able to perform physical labor outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Must wear all safety equipment required by the company while performing duties.
• GED or higher.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least 1-year experience in track maintenance.
• Must have and maintain an insurable driving status which includes but is not limited to company driver provisions.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid DOT (Department of Transportation) Medical Certificate (Med Card).
• Pass a mandatory drug test.
• Undergo a thorough physical examination.
• Provide professional references.
• Complete a comprehensive background check.

Nice To Haves

• May be called on to perform work other than track inspections if required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all track structures and anything likely to endanger or delay train movements.
• Participate in daily job briefings with section crews and hold additional job briefings according to changing conditions.
• Monitor train movements and weather conditions to coordinate regular and weather-related inspections with maintenance and train crews.
• Make minor repairs and assist in coordinating and making emergency repairs.
• Detect and report changing track conditions and make recommendations to resolve the conditions in early stages.
• Document all inspections according to Company and FRA standards.
• Coordinate weekend and overtime inspections on a rotating basis with section crews if unavailable to work.
• Perform work on Northern Plains Railroad as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED