Senior UT Track Inspection Survey Technician

ENSCO, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician with demonstrated Ultrasonic Rail Testing experience to conduct railroad track inspection operations involving the use of measurement tools and systems, electronics troubleshooting, and computer operation. Position involves interpretation of railroad-published documents to derive train speed information; review and analysis of track measurement data for reporting; and operating hi-rail commercial motor vehicles. This position includes some vehicle maintenance for rail survey cars and hi-rail vehicles. The incumbent will also complete regular housekeeping duties for safety and sanitation purposes aboard survey vehicles. In addition, as part of this role, you may expect to support non-Ultrasonic Testing surveys onboard ENSCO’s inspection fleet or conduct offline data assessment. This position is based at ENSCO's customer sites and requires the incumbent to routinely travel to and work onboard railroad track inspection vehicles and maintain a professional demeanor as a representative of ENSCO.

If you enjoy traveling and know your way around complex electro-mechanical systems, this position may be for you.

• Work schedule – 3 weeks of continuous travel, followed by 1 week off – no work, it’s your time.

• Live anywhere in the U.S. We fly you to work sites. We pay for flights, hotels, plus per diem.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and carry 50 lbs. a distance of at least 150 feet.

• Climb a ladder 15 feet high, in order to access roof spaces of survey vehicles.

• Work in close quarters, under and about survey vehicles.

• Work in inclement weather.

• Work 12 hours or longer.

• Perform as a safety watchman in a railroad environment.

Passing a Federal pre-employment drug test is a requirement prior to performing duties in this position. Undergoing and passing a random drug and alcohol testing is a condition while performing duties in this position.

Railroad regulations require that selected candidates must pass an e-RAILSAFE security background check, including financial status, and online safety exams in order to work on railroad properties (a requirement of this position).

Wearing safety equipment (hard hat, steel-toe boots, high-visibility vest, and protective eyeglasses) when working on railroad properties is also a requirement. ENSCO will provide all necessary safety equipment.

Qualifications Required:

• This position requires the successful completion of a Public Trust background investigation. Qualified applicants must have resided in the United States for at least three (3) of the past five (5) years for this requirement.

• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience maintaining electrical, electromechanical, or mechanical systems, involving troubleshooting and problem resolution with at least 1 year experience operating ultrasonic inspection systems with strong knowledge of the theory of operation and interpretation of A and B-scan data.

• Level II (two) certification in Ultrasonic Testing inspection technology (UT/NDT) or able to acquire Level II qualification within 4 weeks of employment.

• Experience with workplace safety programs.

• Proficiency with computer applications such as MS Word; Excel; PowerPoint; and Outlook.

• Experience reading electrical or electronic schematics and wiring diagrams.

• Experience conducting equipment/machinery inspections (periodic maintenance inspection, preventative maintenance) and equipment upkeep.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Operating System; transferring files on a network, copying, and pasting.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency with tape measure and similar measuring tools.

• Functional knowledge of mathematics and fraction measurements.

• Valid Driver’s License (need to complete a Department of Transportation medical examination to acquire a Commercial Driver Medical Certification)

• Must be able to travel independently for business purposes, including but not limited to booking an independent vehicle rental and hotel accommodations.

Qualifications Desired:

Experience with

• Rail and/or in-service track NDT (Rail Flaw) inspections

• Railroad Industry

• Quality management/assurance program

• Hydraulics/pneumatics maintenance/troubleshooting

• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

• Pneumatic brake systems

• Welding & fabrication

• Diesel engine mechanics

• Familiarity with 49 CFR Parts relating to railroad safety requirements

Required Certifications: Ultrasonic Technician Level II Certification
U.S. Citizenship Required: No
Security Clearance Required: None
Employment Type: Regular Full-time
Background Check Type: 10 Year Pre-Employment
Drug Screen Required: Pre-Employment Drug and Random Alcohol and Drug (FRA)
Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No