Track Inspector (Railroad Experience Required)

Genesee & Wyoming Main•Dawson, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Track Inspector, must have prior experience on MOW Railroad track maintenance and Inspection. Join the Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W) team — part of a legacy that is over 125 years old. With a network of 100+ individual freight railroads and 4,000 employees across North America, we provide transportation and logistics services to more than 2,000 customers. At G&W, we live by our Core Values: Safety, Service, Integrity, Respect, Transparency, Accountability, Innovation and Excellence. As a Track Inspector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring rail safety-responsible for inspecting and monitoring track structures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company regulations. Your work helps protect train crews, cargo, and the communities we serve. This role is perfect for someone detail-oriented, safety-focused, and ready to make a direct impact on rail operations.

Requirements

Prior experience on MOW Railroad track maintenance and Inspection
Knowledge of FRA Track Safety Standards
Knowledge of Roadway Worker Protection rules
Ability to plan and maintain your own schedule to accomplish inspection and territory requirements
Ability to work independently and alone for extended periods of time while being safe, productive and compliant
Able to complete written forms and reports as required
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, applications, reporting, etc.)
Able to read and interpret documents including safety rules, manuals, and regulations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Possess situational awareness and decision-making abilities to respond effectively in a safety sensitive environment
High school diploma or GED
At least 1 year of related work experience
Valid driver’s license required
Pre-employment physical, hearing, and vision medical review
Subject to federally mandated drug and alcohol testing including pre-employment drug screening
Background screening including criminal and motor vehicle driving history
Must live within 50 miles of assigned location or be willing to relocate.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred or able to obtain one if required
213.7 qualified

Responsibilities

Inspect railroad track structure for compliance with railroad policy and federal/state regulations
Detect and document deviations from federal/state regulations
Implement remedial action on defects that are pending repair
Complete repairs or direct crews on correcting track-structure defects
Oversee production gang work and verify completed projects meet regulatory requirements
Prepare inspection reports for management and government compliance
Learn, know and apply applicable rules, regulations, and policies
Perform special inspections during severe weather or events that may impact track integrity
Perform other tasks necessary to the efficient operation of the railroad
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid training
Medical, Dental, Vision & Telehealth
Life Insurance
Optional benefit coverages for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Theft & Life Insurance
Flexible Spending & Health Savings account plans
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
On the Job Training
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement