Track Inspector - Middleport, OH
kanawha river rrMiddleport (OH)
Track Inspector - Middleport, OH
Posted 7 days ago
kanawha river rrMiddleport (OH)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Career Opportunities: Track Inspector - Middleport, OH (33720)
Requisition ID 33720 -Posted 08/03/2026 - Track Operation
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Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.
Here's what you can expect from Watco:
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Competitive compensation andbenefits
Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco'sSafe Performance Center
Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
Career advancement opportunities
Job Summary:
The track inspector position is required to safely and efficiently inspect, repair, and maintain the railroad track infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient service to our customers. This position requires that the individual is proficient in and can supervise Team Members while performing the following skills, duties, and requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Inspect, unload, load, distribute, pick-up, install cross ties, switch ties, other track material and ballast
Inspect, unload, distribute, load, pick-up, install, grind, and transpose rail
Inspect, load, unload, distribute, pick-up, remove, construct, maintain and repair turnouts
Inspect for defects, patrol, construct, install, retire, remove, surface, gauge, line and shift track
Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, and repair road crossings
Inspect, protect, flag, construct, install, maintain, repair, paint, renew and replace bridges
Inspect, protect, flag, maintain, repair and construct culverts and tunnels
Inspect, dismantle, remove, maintain, repair and paint station facilities
Inspect, test, maintain, repair, construct and install scales
Inspect, remove, maintain, repair, construct, and install right of way, sand and snow fences
Inspect, construct, install, maintain, clean and paint signs.
Cut and dispose of vegetation
Clean debris from switches and remove snow or other foreign materials from track infrastructure
Complete accurate and timely reporting as required
Read and accurately interpret company documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and federal and state regulations
Possess a comprehensive understanding of track authority
Comply with performance metrics measurements and deadlines
Practice safe work habits and follow company and industry policies, procedures and regulations
Respond promptly to any accident, incident or emergency call
Operate, maintain, and repair vehicles and track equipment
Inspect completed work to ensure quality and compliance with established track standards
Help, mentor, train and direct track laborers and other personnel
Obtain and operate under track warrants
Supervise restoration of track under traffic condition
Read and analyze reports, blueprints, and other technical materials
Identify project risks and opportunities
Assist with the cost estimates and proposals
Supervise and develop work plans
Schedule and perform all track activities
Prepare inspection reports
Coordinate work activities with all departments as needed
Attend meetings and conference calls as required
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be able to pass and/or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position and location. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Must have a Class D Driver's License
1-year supervisory experience in railroad management or the combination of supervisory experience and training in a course in track maintenance
Must have passed Track Ground School, GCOR Written Test, Roadway Worker Protection Written Test, Fall Protection Written Test, Maintenance of Way Safety Written Test, MSHA/OSHA Training and Certification (if required on site), CWR Written Test, FRA Track Standards Test, Track Foreman Written Test, Track Inspection Written Test, and Manager's Training
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