Write Up Inspector

Guardian Rail is proud to operate one of the country’s leading freight rail services and transportation companies with a large network of freight and tank car repair facilities, a nationwide network of running repair agents, and a rail services division that operates short line railroads and contract switching and transloading sites.

We are currently seeking a Writeup Inspector, responsible for the inspection, researching, evaluation, and estimation of repairs in addition to the proper coding of and preparation of billing repair card estimates & documentation required to maintain company, lessee, and customer fleets.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research & inspects incoming cars for defects and/or repairs required in accordance with governing regulations, repair standards, project letters, and customer specifications.
• Prepares and completes all paperwork required in conjunction with the write-up of needed repairs ensuring labor and material estimates and proper coding of same.
• Identifies repairs and assigns responsibility in accordance with Guardian Rail's policies and pricing matrices to ensure estimate correctness, consistency, and profitability.
• Interfaces daily with railroads, lessees, outside inspectors, and various marketing groups regarding inspection findings to expedite the repair process.
• Participates in and actively supports quality projects and activities and Environmental Safety and Health initiatives to ensure that the Company achieves its goals.

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Qualifications

• This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of railroad repair experience preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of inspection procedures, railcar construction, and FRA and AAR rules and regulations.
• Experience with NDT processes.
• Additional training in inspection processes will be required.
• Familiarity with AS400, Microsoft Office, and various customer systems.