Track Inspector

• Methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures of track construction, inspection, and repair, including procedures for entering and working on the mainline.
• Federal Railroad Administration track safety standards.
• Understand AREMA Standards.
• Vehicle operation and safety.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Perform track construction, inspection, and repair.
• Interpret plans, prints, specifications, and track charts.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Safely operate Stantec vehicles.
• Safely operate a variety of tools and equipment.
• Maintain simple written records.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Tolerate exposure to noise, unpleasant odors, and outdoor work at night and in all types of weather.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Good driving record and valid Class C driver’s license required.

• Must be able to perform outdoor work at night and in all types of weather.
• Must be able to perform work in tunnels and on aerial structures for various durations in time.
• Must be able to respond to emergencies promptly.
• Must be able to work in an environment with energized contact rail power (3rd rail) distribution system.
• Must be able to work any shift and  weekends.
• Must comply with all Safety regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices, gloves, hard hats, work boots.

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience performing the inspection or construction of Main Line track and special trackwork and related facilities.
• Have worked on all types of track construction included but not limited to: Ballasted track, embedded track work, Direct Fixation Track work.
• Must be familiar with working around Continuous Welded Rail (CWR).
• Must have a basic understanding of Flash Butt welding and Thermite welding of rail.

Typical office environment working with computers at a desk for long periods of time. Fieldwork may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.