Track Inspector
Company: Summit dck
Location: Oceanside
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
DEFINITION
Under the direction of the Maintenance of Way Supervisor, this
position performs maintenance activities within the railroad
right-of-way enabling safe and efficient movement of trains along
the San Diego and Escondido Subdivisions. This is a bargained
position represented by the Southwest Mountain States Regional
Council of Carpenters (Carpenters) Union. -
Distinguishing Characteristics
Safely and efficiently perform duties relating to inspection,
maintenance, repair and improvement of the track structure and
other railroad property/facilities. Operate and maintain equipment.
Transport crew and equipment to/from jobsite. A Track Inspector
requires an understanding of CFR 213 maintenance procedures and
practices, maintenance theory, the materials, parts, tools, test
equipment and operating systems associated with track and track
components. Track construction background is also required to
provide quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) oversight and
project acceptance for all 3rd party work. This position is
designated as Safety-Sensitive in accordance with Federal Railroad
Administration (FRA) and Department of Transportation (DOT)
regulations and will participate in a random testing pool under
those guidelines.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
-Essential Functions
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections, including high
rail inspections; troubleshoots and tests track and track
components in accordance with regulations, including track, switch,
joint switch, and crossings using precision measuring equipment
such as track levels, track gauges and other related measuring
devices.
- Enter inspection data into NCTD computer software system(s)
such as Raildocs.
- Complete annual curve date reports, includes string
lining.
- Observe the condition of the railroad tracks, track beds and
right-of-way for problems or defects. Through visual inspections
identify broken rails, defective switches, and signals,
deteriorating track bed, track obstructions and weather-related
problems; check switch points; observe right-of-way and passing
trains for shifted loads and spillage.
- Perform lubrication, required adjustments, scheduled
maintenance on assigned track sections in accordance with track
standards class 5, layout, diagrams, schematics, operation manuals
and manufacturer's maintenance instructions.
- Attend on-the-job and formal training classes, assists
individuals in higher classifications in their assignments or
provides job specific training to lower classifications.
- Responds to and provides assistance in emergencies which
require inspection of/or repair to track involved in incidents,
accidents, or derailments.
- May operate vehicles between work locations.
- Perform railroad track maintenance, repair, and
installation.
- Handle, unload and move track materials and equipment from rail
cars, carts, or trucks.
- Maintain track beds by cutting vegetation and brush when
needed, and sweeping, picking, and digging dust from movable track
parts.
- Inspect, clear, and maintain drainage facilities.
- Perform various tasks in the maintenance of NCTD Right of Way
including, but not limited to, fence repair, graffiti removal,
trash pickup, and debris removal.
- Perform maintenance and repair to NCTD's bridge structures
including, but not limited to, rail, ties, ballast deck, open deck,
retaining walls, walkways, approaches.
- Remove and replace ballast; tamp ballast; unload or assist in
unloading ballast from ballast cars.
- Must be willing and able to work around large equipment such as
railcars, locomotives cranes, off track equipment and on on-track
equipment.
- Understand and follow NCTD and industry safety rules,
practices, and procedures.
- Wear prescribed safety apparel and personal protective
equipment.
- Complete written forms and reports as required.
- Perform flagging duties as may be required.
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for
safety and maintenance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of 4 years Railroad Maintenance of Way work
experience.
- Satisfactory completion of an NCTD approved training program in
track inspection and maintenance.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver
information to coworker(s) and supervisor(s), and provide task
assignments and directions to work crews.
- Proficient knowledge of and have performed satisfactorily the
duties of a track foreman, track supervisor, track inspector or
related field for a period of not less than two (2) years.
- Experience reading and understanding instructions (examples may
include: operating and safety rules, bulletins, special
instructions, and federal regulatory documents)
- Preferred CFR 49 213 Part A - F qualification. -
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A combination of experience/skills and education to fulfill the
requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position may be
considered.
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Certificates/Licenses
- Possess and maintain a California driver's license, Class C,
with less than 6 points in the prior 36 month period and no DUI's
in the prior 7 year period.
- Maintain compliance with the District's policy regarding
Conflict of Interest and Ethics.
- Must be able to become GCOR Qualified on NCTD owned railroad
properties.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain annual access to Marine
Corp Base Camp Pendleton.
- Must be able to become RWP Qualified on NCTD owned railroad
properties.
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General Requirements
- Be qualified on territory and pass physical characteristics
examinations.
- Must be capable of performing physically strenuous work on a
continuous basis.
- Must be able to read and comprehend regulations and
instructions as well as possess good verbal communication
skills.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with
coworkers, supervisors and/or customers and effectively handle
conflict situations.
- Ability to maintain alertness, awareness, and
vigilance.
- Ability to complete written forms and reports.
- Ability to perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot
problems on equipment.
- Good oral and written communication skills (provide clear
instructions/directions).
- Successfully complete, maintain and pass any required safety
certification and testing on an annual basis.
- Must be CFR 213 qualified.
- Must be computer literate in Microsoft office.
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Apply online at www.gonctd.com/careers. - NCTD is an EEO
Employer.
Keywords: Summit dck, Chula Vista , Track Inspector, Other , Oceanside, California
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