Motive Power Equipment Inspector
Motive Power Equipment Inspector
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$ 57000 - 65000
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Public Service Commission Agency 14
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Job Description:
The position requires strenuous physical activity including substantial walking climbing lifting and pulling requiring use of arms and back. Substantial travel mostly within the state required. Most work is done outside regardless of the weather.
In collaboration with the Transportation Director/Rail Safety Program Manager the Motive Power and Equipment Inspector will:
- Assist the Transportation Director/Rail Safety Program Manager with the administration of the Nebraska Freight Rail Safety Program as defined by the United States Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration.
- Plan and conduct periodic safety inspections to ensure that rail cars and locomotives are in operational compliance with State and Federal safety standards. When necessary issue defects which may result in monetary penalties in the following inspections: complaint investigations walkway close clearance accident and fatality investigations and any other assigned inspections.
- Inspect and observe required tests of railroad rolling stock including motive power and other on track work equipment and related appurtenances to assure carrier compliance.
- Prior to and or during assembly and installation inspect the component parts and tests and determine whether they are suitable for the intended service in which they are placed.
- Review the existing and proposed motive power and equipment designs construction operation and maintenance to determine compliance with all applicable laws. Keep familiar with the new designs of equipment and keep up on all the changes in Federal Railroad Administration regulations.
- Conduct investigations of collisions reportable derailments and other accidents that might have resulted in serious injury. Determine probable causes of accidents and if any State or Federal laws were violated and write reports of findings and conclusions.
- Conduct complaint investigations that allege unsafe conditions or noncompliance of motive power and equipment safety appliances and power brake regulations.
- Participate in special studies and projects as assigned by the director and/or the Federal Railroad Administration.
- Other duties as assigned.
Schedule: 8:00am 5:00pm Monday Friday
Hiring Rate: $57000 $65000 per year salary is negotiable commensurate with qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
The MP&E inspector is required at a minimum to have one of the following:
- At least four years of recent experience in the construction or maintenance of railroad rolling equipment.
- A bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical specialization. Education may be substituted for two of the four years of this experience requirement and successful completion of the apprentice training program
- An applicant with less experience may be considered if they are accepted into the FRA certification training program. Permanent employment will require successful completion of the FRA certification training program.
Other: Must possess a valid Nebraska Drivers License.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Construction testing inspecting and repair of railroad freight cars passenger cars locomotives and air brakes.
- Rail transportation functions the organization of railroad shipper and manufacturer companies and standard industry rules for personal safety.
- Railroad operating procedures associated with the operation of freight cars passenger cars locomotives and air brakes sufficient to understand the safety significance of deviations and combinations of deviations.
- Proper remedial action to be taken in order to bring defective freight cars passenger cars locomotives and air brakes into compliance with applicable Federal standards.
Skills in:
- Effective oral and written communication.
- Research methods/techniques; conducting independent research.
- Communicating/presenting information to individuals and groups.
- Listening to/understanding/explaining complex information; strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Comprehending information conveyed in a document or report.
Ability to:
- Understand and detect deviation from railroad equipment maintenance standards accepted in the industry and ensure compliance with Freight Car Safety Standards Safety Glazing Standards Locomotive Safety Standards Safety Appliance Standards and Power Brake Standards and related regulations requirements and standards.
- Read and comprehend written materials such as training and enforcement manuals regulations operating and safety rules of the railroad and similar materials.
- Compose narrative reports of investigative findings that are clear complete and grammatically acceptable.
- Record data on standard report forms with a high degree of accuracy.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
