VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC · 10 hours ago
Outbound Inspector
Victoria, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expVLS 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
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
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA)
Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Telemedicine
401(k)
Life and Disability Insurance
Voluntary Life Protection Plans
Rewards and Recognition Programs
Financial Planning
Employee Discount
Company
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC
At VLS, we address your company’s most significant hurdles with waste management and compliance through sustainable solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-07-20Acquired
Leadership Team
Kris Terrill
Chief Financial Officer
Corinna Carbone-Stephens, MBA, SHRM-SCP-
Chief People Officer (CPO)
Recent News
2026-01-06
Venture Capital
2026-01-06
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