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VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC · 1 day ago

Outbound Inspector

Victoria, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions. The Outbound Inspector is responsible for inspecting completed rail cars to ensure compliance with industry, regulatory, and owner standards, conducting audits, and ensuring high quality standards are met.

Environmental Consulting

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safety of themselves and others in the shop

Know and understand AAR/FRA requirements

Can reference and understand customer requirements

Is familiar, understands, and can operate VLS estimating system (Digital Rail)

Inspect repaired cars to ensure all AAR, FRA, and Customer requirements are satisfied

Compare the work performed to the Work Order and report findings on applicable forms

Review Work Order and all applicable forms for accuracy and completeness

Perform a variety of duties as assigned such as analyzing drawings, performing inspections, assuring proper stenciling of cars, and other special duties which may be assigned

Reads and understands Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Interprets VLS instructions, customer requirements, and AAR/FRA Field Manual guidelines

Performs all work in a safe and efficient manner

Continually looking and suggesting ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the overall operation

Responsible for housekeeping and orderly storage of gauges used in the inspection function

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Rail car inspectionAAR/FRA regulationsInspection tools proficiencyVisual Testing Level IIMechanical systems knowledgeBasic math skillsInspection software familiarityReading drawingsSafety Data Sheets (SDS)Attention to detailCollaboration skills

Required

A minimum educational requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent

A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in rail car inspection

Strong attention to detail in identifying potential issues or safety hazards

Knowledge of Regulations: Familiarity with safety standards and regulations related to rail car inspection, including AAR (Association of American Railroads) and FRA (Federal Railroad Administration) guidelines

Experience inspecting a wide variety of rail car types (e.g., tank cars, flat cars, and hoppers)

Proficiency in identifying mechanical problems and using inspection tools effectively

Ability to achieve Visual Testing Level II within the specified time frame required

Able to read and comprehend basic drawings and scope of work

Must possess basic math skills, addition, subtraction

Ability to clearly report findings and collaborate with maintenance and operations teams

Familiarity with inspection software, data entry, and report generation

Experience inspecting a wide variety of rail car types (e.g., tank cars, boxcars, flat cars)

Must be able to pass a physical, drug screen, and background check

Must be able to work M-F 6:30am-4:00pm and overtime to include weekends as needed

Must be able to work in various elements indoors/outdoors

Preferred

Completion of vocational or technical courses related to mechanical systems, railway engineering, or related fields strongly

AWS Certified welding inspector or similar certification

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Based on each employee's need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) -- Set aside pre-tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts.

Time Off - We offer 11 (eleven) company-paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans.

Employee Assistance Program -- 24/7 assistance and counseling services that are 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents.

Telemedicine -- All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day...including holidays!

401(k) - Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.

Life and Disability Insurance -- Employer-paid life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage provided to all full-time employees.

Voluntary Life Protection Plans -- Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans.

Rewards and Recognition Programs -- We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees.

Financial Planning - Free One on One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.

Employee Discount - Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.