Daniel G. Wilson
Flagler,TX
Summary
Railroad Safety Track and Bridge Inspector with extensive expertise in FRA Track Safety Standards (49 CFR Part 213) and FRA Bridge Safety Standards (49 CFR Part 237). Over 14 years of hands-on experience conducting track and bridge inspections, leading maintenance programs, responding to derailments, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in structural assessment, contractor coordination, incident investigation, and maintenance planning. Strong communicator with a proven record of improving safety, reducing defects, and supporting rail infrastructure reliability.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Railroad Safety Inspector (Track & Bridge)
Federal Railroad Administration
10.2018 - Current
- - Conduct comprehensive on-foot inspections of railroad tracks in accordance with FRA 49 CFR Part 213.
- - Perform bridge inspections per FRA 49 CFR Part 237.
- - Support major derailment and incident investigations 24/7.
- - Investigate safety complaints and enforce federal regulations.
- - Prepare detailed technical reports and corrective actions.
- - Collaborate with railroad operators, contractors, and agencies.
- Avg. 40–50 hrs/week
Roadmaster
Genesee & Wyoming
06.2017 - 09.2018
- - Supervised 5 employees and 30–40 contractors.
- - Coordinated maintenance priorities and ensured FRA compliance.
- - Oversaw project execution and contractor invoices.
- Associate Instructor (Track – FRA Office of Railroad Safety)
- - Serve as SME for FRA track inspection training programs.
- - Deliver technical training, ensuring enforcement consistency.
- - Completed 5-week SME program and created 200+ hours of training content.
- - Served 3 months as Temporary Training Specialist.
Bridge Foreman | Track Foreman | Track Inspector
CSX Railroad
01.2010 - 01.2017
- - Led bridge and track maintenance crews.
- - Conducted inspections and documented defects.
- - Managed heavy equipment and daily safety reporting.
Education
Construction Management Certificate -
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Calhoun, GA05.2010
Skills
- Track & Bridge Inspection Tools
- Track Geometry, Train Dynamics & Wheel–Rail Interface
- Bridge Climbing / Fall Protection
- Manlifts & Aerial Lifts
- Maintenance Planning Systems & FRA Reporting Tools
- Heavy Equipment Operation
Certification
FRA 213 Certification
FRA 214 Certification
FRA 237 Certification
OSHA 10 hour Certification
Timeline
Railroad Safety Inspector (Track & Bridge)
Federal Railroad Administration
10.2018 - Current
Roadmaster
Genesee & Wyoming
06.2017 - 09.2018
Bridge Foreman | Track Foreman | Track Inspector
CSX Railroad
01.2010 - 01.2017
Construction Management Certificate -
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
CORE COMPETENCIES
- FRA Track & Bridge Inspection (213 & 237)
- Track Structure, Geometry & Rail Integrity
- Railroad Operations & Maintenance
- Structural Assessment & Bridge Evaluation
- Derailment & Incident Response (24/7)
- Maintenance Scoping & Contractor Oversight
- Documentation, Reporting & Root Cause Analysis
- Right-of-Way & Drainage Practices
- Safety Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Training, Instruction & Technical Writing