Track Inspector & Conductor

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 0700-1500, but may vary when covering Transportation department

Note: The hours of work are established as needed by operations and at the direction of management and are subject to change by management as required.

SUMMARY: This position will be a hybrid position that will be responsible for covering vacations and absences on the Transportation department as a conductor and working as a track inspector and performing minor repairs as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Inspect railroad track structure for compliance with railroad policy and federal/state regulations.

· Train, qualify, and work with the transportation department as Conductor as needed.

· Detect deviations from railroad policy and federal/state regulations.

· Implement remedial action on defects, pending repair.

· Repair or direct crews to repair or replace track-structure defects found during inspections.

· Inspect completed work to verify conformance to railroad policy and government regulations.

· Prepare inspection reports per railroad policy and government compliance.

· Know and apply applicable rules, regulations, and policies, or have the ability to learn them.

· Perform special inspections of the track structure in times of severe weather or other events that may damage the railroad.

· Perform other tasks necessary to the efficient operation of the railroad.

· Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

· Receive train consist, which provides the physical makeup of trains and includes weights, lengths, location of loads and empties, and cars requiring special handling.

· Apply knowledge of territory, including terrain, grades, curves, and grade crossings, in order to give prescribed warning signals and to otherwise operate the train in a safe manner.

· Conducts the movement of rail cars and train movements; signals crew member(s) for movement of the engine or train using lantern, hand and/or flag signals, or radio to indicate when to start, stop, and back-up or set and release air brakes.

· Operates track switches (visually checks switch condition and direction) to change the direction of the engine or cars within yard limits or on the main railroad; may apply or release hand brakes to switch or perform other duties.

· Reads and understands the book of rules, timetables, bulletins, train orders, waybills, placards, safety instructions, and other written or printed material.

· Perform other tasks necessary to the efficient operation of the railroad.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

· Ability to understand printed and written and oral communications.

· Ability to recognize colors and understand visual displays.

· Ability to make logical choices and/or draw logical conclusions

· Able to judge speed/distance of objects or moving parts.

· Good eye/hand coordination.

· Ability to take actions and/or make decisions affecting security/well-being of others.

· Two years of conductor or track inspector experience is preferred.

· Be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions - including snow, ice, rain, cold and heat - and be expected to work various hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.

· Willingness to work flexible schedules and work assignments and to travel to other parts of the railroad as necessary.

· Knowledge of FRA Track Safety Standards.

· Knowledge of Roadway Worker Protection rules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

· High school diploma or GED; and/or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

· Requires a valid driver's license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Ascending or descending ladders and stairs

· Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

· Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

· Adjusting or moving objects up to 75 pounds in all directions.

· High temperatures.

· Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

· Participate in a random drug & alcohol program.