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Roadmaster/Track Inspector

FWWR
Fort Worth, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/24/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Fort Worth & Western Railroad is looking for an experienced Roadmaster / Track Inspector to work in Fort Worth, TX.

Fort Worth & Western Railroad will require all candidates offered a position to take and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Essential Job Functions :

  • Coordinate and plan ordinary maintenance and track work with other departments to maximize track work and train operations.
  • Perform track inspections to ensure quality inspections and safe train operations.
  • Help plan and implement maintenance programs and capital projects.
  • Assist with annual business plan and budget process.
  • Follow and monitor work practices, safety related issues to improve quality and performance.
  • Monitor and enforce Federal Railroad Administration compliance with Company policies, rules and standards.
  • Work with local, county, state, federal agencies on railroad issues to create and continue good relations.
  • Plan and provide information for future track improvements with Chief Engineer.
  • Ensure all contractor work forces are properly train and adhere to all Company safety and operating Rules.
  • Supervises and oversees all track, structure, and signal maintenance performed by contractor.

Other duties as assigned

Essential Job Requirements :

EDUCATION : High school diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE

  • One (1) year experience in railroad track maintenance.
  • One (1) year supervisory experience in maintenance of way track standards and policies.
  • REQUIRED Qualifications :

  • Must hold a valid Texas driver’s license to drive on company business
  • Must possess a thorough working knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Parts 213 and 214, as well as a through working knowledge of day-to-day railroad practices.
  • PREFERRED SKILLS

  • Ability to formulate and work within a business plan / budget
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, all levels of Company personnel, and government officials
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and strong leadership skills. Must be self-motivated.
  • Proficient with software for word processing and spreadsheets and project management.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to schedule maintenance within an operating plan.
  • Ability to read and comprehend safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, test materials, drawings, schematics, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to monitor projects to ensure materials and resources are provided to meet schedules and budgets.
  • Conduct operational field and observation testing on contractors and all departments to ensure compliance with Federal and Company safety requirements.
  • Lead the safety effort for the maintenance of way department, including safety audits.
  • Certified and trained in investigating personal injuries, derailments and determine the root causes.
  • Certified in drug and alcohol testing and awareness.
  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Stand and walk on level or uneven ground.
  • Sit, bend, twist, stoop, kneel and climb.
  • Push, pull, and / or lift, exerting up to 50 pounds of force, reach with hands and arms; and / or use hands to feel or handle
  • The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and elements, nose and fumes from gas, oil, and grease.
  • Job Type : Full-time

    Salary : TBD

    Benefits :
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
  • Schedule :

  • 10 hour shift
  • On call
  • Weekend availability
  • Education :

  • High school or equivalent (Required)
  • Experience :

  • Track Maintenance : 5 years (Required)
  • License / Certification :

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • FRA 213 Certification (Required)
  • Work Location : In person

    LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

    The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and / or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

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