Travel Technician

ENSCO, Inc.

. Join ENSCO’s railroad track inspection operations as a Travel Technician .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in railroad track inspection operations, including proficiency in measurement tools, electronics troubleshooting, and safety protocols. Capable of interpreting technical documents and conducting thorough inspections while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Measurement Tools ProficiencyElectronics TroubleshootingWorkplace Safety Programs ExperienceValid Driver's LicensePublic Trust Background Investigation

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Hard Skills

Electrical Schematics ReadingEquipment InspectionsProblem ResolutionMathematics and Fraction MeasurementsVehicle Maintenance

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointMS OutlookMicrosoft Windows Operating System

Certifications & Qualifications

REAL ID-compliant IdentificationFederal Pre-employment Drug Test

Industry Keywords

Railroad EnvironmentSafety Watchman DutiesHi-rail VehiclesSurvey VehiclesPublic Trust Requirement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join ENSCO’s railroad track inspection operations as a Travel Technician
Use measurement tools, electronics troubleshooting, and computer operation
Interpret railroad documents to derive train speed information
Review and analyze track measurement data for reporting
Operate hi-rail commercial motor vehicles
Perform vehicle maintenance on rail survey cars and hi-rail vehicles
Perform housekeeping duties for safety and sanitation aboard government-owned survey vehicles
Routinely travel to and work onboard railroad track inspection vehicles at customer sites
Represent ENSCO professionally
Travel independently for business purposes
Perform safety watchman duties in a railroad environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Successful completion of a Public Trust background investigation
Resided in the United States for at least three of the past five years for the Public Trust requirement
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the electrical, electromechanical, or mechanical field involving troubleshooting and problem resolution
Experience with workplace safety programs
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Experience reading electrical or electronic schematics and wiring diagrams
Experience conducting equipment/machinery inspections and equipment upkeep
Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Operating System, network file transfers, copying, and pasting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with a tape measure and similar measuring tools
Functional knowledge of mathematics and fraction measurements
Valid Driver's License
Ability to travel independently for business purposes, including booking vehicle rentals and hotel accommodations
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. a distance of at least 150 feet
Ability to climb a 15-foot ladder
Ability to work in close quarters, under and about survey vehicles
Ability to work in inclement weather
Ability to work 12 hours or longer
Ability to perform as a safety watchman in a railroad environment
Passing a Federal pre-employment drug test
Passing random drug and alcohol testing while performing duties
Passing an e-RAILSAFE security background check, including financial status
Passing online railroad safety exams
Ability to wear required railroad safety equipment
REAL ID-compliant identification or acceptable alternative may be required for access to U.S. federal facilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

3 weeks of continuous travel followed by 1 week off
Flights to work sites provided
Hotels provided
Per diem provided
Sign-on bonus
Overtime/extended-hours earning potential
ENSCO-provided safety equipment, including hard hat, steel-toe boots, high-visibility vest, and protective eyeglasses
Comprehensive benefits package
Positive working environment
Competitive salary