Field Construction Inspector (FCI)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Field Construction Inspector (FCI)Location: Meadville, PAJob Type: Full-timeFLSA Status: Hourly; Non-ExemptReports To: District ManagerTravel: Yes, travel is expected for this position (50% - 85% on average).Supervisory Responsibility: NoCompensation: $23 to $25 based on experience Company Profile:National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE/WBE firm primarily focused on providing safety services to the railroad industry. NRSS is the most trusted name in the railroad industry for providing qualified field safety staff and safety training. To best serve the railroad industry, NRSS provides all these services in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. NRSS has the proven ability and the proven safety record to handle any project. Find the safety you have been missing today!Job Description:National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Field Construction Inspector (FCI) to support railroad safety services for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOT's, as well as Railroad Suppliers, Contractors, and Consultants alike.Required Education:High school diploma or equivalent.Required Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in one or more of the following, civil construction inspection involving grade separation projects, roadway paving/construction, utility work and/or experience with a Freight Railroad, Regional Short Line Railroad, Transit System, State DOT Highway or Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Highway/Railroad Contractor, and/or Civil Engineering/Railroad Consultant.Job Requirements:• Proficient computer skills in basic email, phone, and text message applications.• Proficient computer skills in Android OS; on tablet & smart phone.• Proficient computer skills in Citrix Applications.• Strong oral and written communication skills.• Strong technical knowledge in Civil Highway Construction, or Railroad Engineering, Railroad Design, Railroad Construction, and Safety.• High level of accuracy and attention to detail; well organized.• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.• Ability to travel for extended periods of time; sometimes week(s) at a time.• Ability to successfully complete Federal, Client, and/or Company Specific Training.Job Duties:• Provide jobsite coordination.• Provide clear and concise communication with Railroad Personnel, and/or Contractor personnel.• Provide clear, concise, and thorough safety briefings with all personnel on each job site.• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.• Identify rule violations and resolve in accordance with Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.• Enforce Contractor training requirements.• Submit daily field reports detailing Contractor and/or Railroad activities.• Enforce Project Site Safety in accordance Federal, State, Local and Railroad polices.Work Environment:This job operates in a field environment.Physical Demands:• Must be able to hear, speak, read, and write clearly in English.• Must be able to drive long distances and/or travel by other modes as necessary.• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and/or walk on level/uneven ground.• Must be able to see up close, distances, colors and have use of peripheral vision and depth perception.• Must be able to tolerate extreme heat/cold temperatures.• Must be able to tolerate dusty/noisy conditions.Keywords:Civil Engineer, Construction Inspector, Construction Foreman, Construction Manager, Project Superintendent, Civil Engineering Technician, Safety Manager, Safety Inspector, Assistant Division Engineer (ADE), Assistant General Manager (AGM), Assistant Roadmaster, Bridge Inspector, Bridge Manager, Bridge Maintainer, Bridge Supervisor, Division Engineer (DE), Employee In Charge (EIC), Flagger, Flagging, Flagman, Flagmen, Flag Person, Foreman, Foremen, General Manager (GM), Maintenance Of Way (MOW), Manager Track Maintenance (MTM), Manager Track Projects (MTP), Rail, Railroad, Railroad Project Manager, Railway, Railway Project Manager, Roadmaster, Roadway Worker, Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC), Roadway Worker Protection (RWP), Safety, Signal Inspector, Signal Maintainer, Signal Manager, Signal Supervisor, Track Inspector, Track Maintainer, Track Manager, Track Supervisor.Safety Commitment:All employees of all levels are to always remain committed to safety while employed at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS). As such, no job is so important, and no service is so urgent that we may not take the time to perform all work safely. Simply put, safety is our way of life. By placing safety first, we not only ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities, but we hold true to our commitment to being the leader in safety throughout the railroad industry.Closing Statement:National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/orientation, gender identify, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.