Field Construction Inspector (FCI)
$23 - $25/hr
... 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 ...
$23 - $25/hr
... 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 ...
$23 - $25/hr
... 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 ...
$23 - $25/hr
... Short Line Railroad, Transit System, State DOT Highway or Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Highway/Railroad Contractor, Commercial Construction, and/or Civil Engineering/Railroad Consultant. Job ...
$23 - $25/hr
... Short Line Railroad, Transit System, State DOT Highway or Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Highway/Railroad Contractor, Commercial Construction, and/or Civil Engineering/Railroad Consultant. Job ...
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
... 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 ...
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Ashburn, VA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
... 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 ...
Woodbridge, VA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
... Short Line Railroad, Transit System, State DOT Highway or Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Highway/Railroad Contractor, Commercial Construction, and/or Civil Engineering/Railroad Consultant. Job ...
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Woodbridge, VA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
... Short Line Railroad, Transit System, State DOT Highway or Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Highway/Railroad Contractor, Commercial Construction, and/or Civil Engineering/Railroad Consultant. Job ...
Woodbridge, VA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
... Short Line Railroad, Transit System, State DOT Highway or Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Highway/Railroad Contractor, Commercial Construction, and/or Civil Engineering/Railroad Consultant. Job ...
Woodbridge, VA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
... Short Line Railroad, Transit System, State DOT Highway or Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Highway/Railroad Contractor, Commercial Construction, and/or Civil Engineering/Railroad Consultant. Job ...
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$25 - $37/hr
Minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; preferably ...
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$25 - $37/hr
Minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; preferably ...
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
... 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 ...
Ashburn, VA · On-site
$23 - $25/hr
... 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 ...
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$25 - $37/hr
Minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; preferably ...
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Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$25 - $37/hr
Minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; preferably ...
New
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
Learn and apply rail detection methods, technologies, and procedures across Short Line and Class I railways * Achieve certification in ultrasonic testing standards and apply skills in the field
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
Learn and apply rail detection methods, technologies, and procedures across Short Line and Class I railways * Achieve certification in ultrasonic testing standards and apply skills in the field
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. The general purpose of this position is to work with internal and external customers to ...
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. The general purpose of this position is to work with internal and external customers to ...
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. The general purpose of this position is to work with internal and external customers to ...
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. The general purpose of this position is to work with internal and external customers to ...
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. Our Conductor/Engineers are responsible for the operation and movement of locomotives and ...
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. Our Conductor/Engineers are responsible for the operation and movement of locomotives and ...
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. The general purpose of this position is to work with internal and external customers to ...
Lynchburg, VA · On-site
$15.50 - $21.25/hr
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. The general purpose of this position is to work with internal and external customers to ...
Radford, VA · On-site
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. Our Conductor/Engineers are responsible for the operation and movement of locomotives and ...
Radford, VA · On-site
... rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites. Our Conductor/Engineers are responsible for the operation and movement of locomotives and ...
It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across ... It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with ...
It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across ... It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with ...
It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across ... It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with ...
It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across ... It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with ...
It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across ... It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with ...
It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across ... It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with ...
It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across ... It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with ...
It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across ... It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with ...
$34.42 - $34.93/hr
... railroad tracks, associated structures, and components. Works as a member of a local Line ... require short notice mobilization. * Capable of working in inclement weather and/or conditions.
$34.42 - $34.93/hr
... railroad tracks, associated structures, and components. Works as a member of a local Line ... require short notice mobilization. * Capable of working in inclement weather and/or conditions.
Front Royal, VA · On-site
$34.42 - $34.93/hr
... railroad tracks, associated structures, and components. Works as a member of a local Line ... require short notice mobilization. * Capable of working in inclement weather and/or conditions.
Front Royal, VA · On-site
$34.42 - $34.93/hr
... railroad tracks, associated structures, and components. Works as a member of a local Line ... require short notice mobilization. * Capable of working in inclement weather and/or conditions.
$10.01 - $13.09
9% of jobs
$14.20 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.09 - $16.16
46% of jobs
$18.04 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$16.16 - $19.24
34% of jobs
$19.24 - $22.32
4% of jobs
$22.32 - $25.39
1% of jobs
$25.39 - $28.47
1% of jobs
$28.47 - $31.55
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Short line railroad jobs involve train operations and maintenance in a rail yard or on the tracks. Your duties and responsibilities vary depending on the details of your post. Railroad crew members perform maintenance, inspect rails, test crossing signals, and operate switches along the line. Roadmasters oversee operations on the track, while yardmasters manage railroad yards. Yard laborers, or carmen, maintain, paint, and clean rail cars. Train engineers control the train when it is traveling. Short-line railroads also have conductors whose responsibilities include overseeing cargo and passengers during the journey.
| Aspect | Short Line Railroad | Railroad Conductor |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | High school diploma, safety training, sometimes certifications | High school diploma, safety training, conductor certification often required |
| Work Environment | Rural or regional rail lines, on-site at rail yards and tracks | On trains, at rail yards, and in stations |
| Industry Usage | Operates regional or local freight lines | Manages train operations, safety, and crew coordination |
Short Line Railroad and Railroad Conductor roles both operate within the rail industry, often requiring similar certifications and safety training. While short line railroads focus on regional freight services, conductors are responsible for managing train operations and crew on various rail lines. The roles are interconnected but differ in daily responsibilities and work settings.
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$23 - $25/hr
Full-time
Posted 18 days ago
Job Title: Field Construction Inspector (FCI)
Location: Ashburn, VA
Job Type: Full-time
FLSA Status: Hourly; Non-Exempt
Reports To: District Manager
Travel: Yes, travel is expected for this position (50% - 85% on average).
Supervisory Responsibility: No
Compensation: $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:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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.
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Trucking
51 - 200 Employees
West Chester, OH, US
1999