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Genesee & Wyoming Inc

Track Laborer

Albany, OR · On-site

As a Track Laborer, you'll help maintain the safety and reliability of our railroad infrastructure ... Inspect tools and equipment for defects to determine if they are in a safe condition prior to use

G&W

Track Laborer

Albany, OR · On-site

As a Track Laborer, you'll help maintain the safety and reliability of our railroad infrastructure ... Inspect tools and equipment for defects to determine if they are in a safe condition prior to use

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What is the difference between Track Inspection vs Track Maintenance Worker?

AspectTrack InspectionTrack Maintenance Worker
Primary RoleInspect and assess the condition of railway tracks for safety and compliancePerform repairs, replacements, and upkeep of railway tracks and related infrastructure
Required CertificationsRailway safety certifications, inspection trainingTrack repair and maintenance certifications, safety training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, on or near tracks, often in variable weatherOutdoor and indoor work, on tracks or in maintenance facilities
Employer & Industry UsageRailroads, transit agencies, infrastructure companiesRailroads, construction firms, maintenance contractors

While both roles focus on railway infrastructure, Track Inspection primarily involves assessing track conditions to ensure safety, whereas Track Maintenance Workers perform the necessary repairs and upkeep. Both roles require safety certifications and work in similar environments, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

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Railroad Safety Inspector (Track)- DIRECT HIRE- SME

Railroad Safety Inspector (Track)- DIRECT HIRE- SME

Federal Railroad Administration

Portland, OR • On-site

$89K/yr

Other

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

The position(s) are located in the Office of Railroad Safety, Track and Structures Division. The Track and Structures Division is responsible for executing and administering the track and structures safety programs to ensure maximum safety in railroad operations relevants to railroad track, track configuration, track components, rail integrity, bridge and structures, and railroad workplace safety.

PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy has been amended to add additional locations. 

Qualifications:

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience requirements.

To be qualified for a Railroad Safety Inspector (Track), the Qualifications Standard states you MUST have demonstrated knowledge in the following areas: 

  • Railroad industry, including economic and operating considerations and equipment.
  • General safety and health principles and practices applicable to the railroad industry.
  • Railroad accident investigation techniques.
  • Skill in written an oral communication.
  • Knowledge of railroad track system construction, maintenance, testing, or inspection techniques;
  • Knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of various track system configurations; AND
  • Knowledge of Federal railroad track safety standards.

For the GS-12, to qualify, your experience should include all of the above plus at least one year of specialize experience equal or equivalent to the GS-11, which includes the following:

  • Experience applying Federal Railroad track safety standards/regulations for the purpose of inspecting and identifying track safety deficiencies.
  • Experience ensuring railroad compliance with federal regulations by auditing railroad inspections activities, conducting inspections, assessing safety complaints, and performing accident investigations.
  • Experience producing electronic and automated track inspection and violation reports that describe defective track conditions, narrative accident / incident reports and present safety related information to railroad managers, and federal and state stakeholders.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

  1. Accident Investigation - Knowledge of guidelines, regulations, and procedures associated with an accident investigation including preservation of accident scene, root cause analysis, and evidence detection and handling.
  2. Planning and Evaluating - Organize work, sets priorities, and determine resource requirements; determine short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinate with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
  3. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
  4. Oral Communication - Make clear and convincing oral presentations. Listen effectively; clarify information as needed.
  5. Written Communication - Write in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.

For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).  Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link:  https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4
All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

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