Hard Skills
IntermediateTrack Inspection and MaintenanceThe systematic examination of rails, ties, and ballast to identify and repair defects, wear, or damage.
AdvancedRailway Safety Regulatory ComplianceKnowledge and adherence to federal, state, and company-specific safety standards and protocols for rail environments.
IntermediateTrack Geometry MeasurementUtilizing specialized instruments to measure rail gauge, alignment, and elevation against engineering tolerances.
BasicIncident Reporting and DocumentationThe ability to accurately record inspection findings and maintenance activities in digital or physical logs.
AdvancedNon-Destructive Testing (NDT)Applying methods such as ultrasonic or magnetic particle testing to find internal rail defects without damaging the track.