Track Inspector
Track Inspector
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Are you interested in railroads safety and freight transportation Do you want to work in a variety of locations in Iowa and like to work with people
We have an opportunity for you at the Iowa Department of Transportation!
The Modal Transportation Bureau/Rail Team is seeking a Track Inspector to support the safe movement of goods on Iowas rail network to accomplish theIowa DOTs Mission: Making Lives Better Through Transportation.
The person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the Iowa Department of Transportations five CORE values: Safety First People Matter Customer Focused Servant Leadership and Integrity Without Exception.
As the Track Inspector you will perform railroad track inspection and monitoring functions to assure compliance with federal safety and health regulations among railroads railroad employees and contractors to railroads. The primary objective of the Track Inspector is to minimize the risk of human casualty and societal loss due to train accidents caused by defective conditions of railroad track and structures.
Your duties will involve but are not limited to:
- Ensuring compliance with the Iowa Code and Federal Code pertaining to railway safety minimum track standards and roadway worker safety.
- Preparing reports of violations and track inspections investigating complaints from railroad employees the public or governmental representatives.
- Determining the need for and conducting safety meetings and training sessions for railroad employees regarding proper and safe inspection and maintenance procedures for track and roadway facilities.
- Investigating significant train accidents resulting in serious injury or property damage.
- Initiating and maintaining contacts with employees in other federal state and local government agencies and with officials at railroads labor organizations and the general public and provides technical advice regarding regulations.
Our ideal candidate will require excellent oral and written communication skills knowledge of railroad track construction and maintenance track inspection methods and procedures and federal and state standards and regulations relative to railroad track safety.
Location: Eastern Iowa. Track Inspector duties will primarily be in the eastern half of Iowa
Shift Requirements:Days Monday through Friday 8:00 am 4:30 pm with flextime available. Hours may vary and may be called during off duty hours for railroad related emergencies. Some overnight travel may be required.
Special Requirements:
Possess and maintain a valid Drivers License.
What we offer YOU:
- Competitive pay and benefits package including health dental flexible spending and life insurance
- Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2025 health and dental insurance premiums can be foundhere
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Paid time off effective immediately biweekly vacation separate sick leave accruals rollover on a yearly basis and 9 paid holidays per year
- Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
- Optional 401A plan with employer contributions
- Employee Discount Programs from variety of vendors (vision cellular fitness recreation season passes travel counseling; legal financial)
We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at theState of Iowa Employee Benefits Website!
You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa Apply today!
The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening interviewing preemployment testing or otherwise participating in the selection process please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at:
Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter translator written materials modified equipment / devices ADA access etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and six years of progressively responsible railroad track construction/maintenance experience which included three years of advanced technical level experience in track and roadbed inspection;
ORa fouryear undergraduate degree in civil engineering or closely related engineering discipline from an accredited college or university and two years of engineering experience associated with railroad track construction/maintenance.
For additional information please click on this link to view the job description.Additional Qualification Requirements
Positions require travel.
Employment Type
Full-Time
