Track Inspector - Orlando

Brightline Trains•Orlando, FL

87d•$30 - $33

About The Position

Brightline’s Track Inspector is a member of the Maintenance Team responsible for maintaining track, structures, stations, and facilities infrastructure. The role also includes track inspection and establishing on-track protection when working on or near tracks. The inspector performs maintenance and minor construction work, operates and maintains equipment, handles materials, supports safe railroad operations, collaborates with maintenance technicians, and responds to incidents and severe weather. The position requires travel of 50% and may involve work in varied weather and loud, physically demanding environments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 4 years of experience in maintenance, construction, or the railroad industries.
Qualified under CFR 49 Part 213 Subparts A–F to inspect, maintain, and restore track.
General knowledge of construction and maintenance, including landscaping, facility operations and maintenance, civil repairs, painting, basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work.
Knowledge of railway systems, track structures, and maintenance procedures.
Skill in operating motorized equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers, pressure washers, and drills.
Strong focus on safety and attention to detail, and knowledge of safety protocols and regulations related to maintenance operations.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment when required and necessary.
Effective communication and ability to establish productive relationships across organizational levels.
Ability and willingness to work any shift, weekends, or holidays as operational needs require.
Good physical condition and ability to work in varied weather and perform manual tasks, including operating heavy machinery, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, and bending for extended periods.
Ability to regularly lift or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift or move objects over 100 pounds. Objects weighing 70 pounds or more must be accompanied by a second individual.
Ability to work effectively with other maintenance technicians and follow managerial instructions.

Nice To Haves

Some college or vocational training.
Experience operating light-duty construction equipment.
Experience working around railroads or railroad operations, understanding of rail engineering, and/or familiarity with Federal Railroad Administration safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

Perform regular track maintenance and inspections, landscaping, brush cutting, painting, pressure washing, window washing, and fence repairs.
Establish track protection in assigned areas according to company operating rules and federal law.
Complete minor construction projects, including station and facility repairs, corridor civil improvements, and railroad grade-crossing repairs.
Safely operate motorized equipment, including lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers, pressure washers, and drills, and maintain tools and equipment in good condition.
Transport, load, and unload materials and equipment.
Follow applicable railroad rules and regulations, report hazards or injuries, and take immediate corrective action.
Collaborate with other maintenance technicians to perform quality work efficiently.
Conduct safety meetings and training sessions for railroad teammates on procedures for working around active tracks and maintenance procedures.
Respond to third-party incidents and severe weather events and lead infrastructure cleanup activities.
Follow the manager’s instructions and execute or delegate planned work.
Perform additional construction and maintenance support duties as required.
Monitor Brightline communication channels, including the company intranet, bConnected, during work hours and promptly review company and department communications and notifications.