Contractor In Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Des Moines, IA. This role oversees construction, maintenance and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.

The CIC will lead safety-focused operations, perform job briefings, monitor track safety, coordinate with dispatchers, and ensure regulatory adherence across projects. Travel is 50–85%; field environment with comprehensive safety responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company.
• Valid driver's license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel 50–85%.
• Able to conduct safety briefings and training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee worksite safety and flagging services as required.
• Ensure compliance with FRA regulations (49 CFR 214) during track work.
• Monitor track conditions and coordinate with train movements.
• Document all activities, briefings, incidents, and logs.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal policies.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is seeking dedicated, safety-driven individuals for the Contractor in Charge position in Des Moines, IA. This essential role is responsible for ensuring all work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely and in compliance with regulations.

Job Description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) responsible for overseeing construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.

Job Requirements

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills
• Communicates effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Ability for long-­term travel assignments, including multi‑month deployments.
• Valid Driver's License
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way or TY&E departments
• Successfully completes all required federal, client, and company‑specific training.

Job Duties

• A safety‑focused railroad‑ approved contractor responsible for overseeing worksite safety and providing flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel
• The CIC is responsible for conducting job briefings and ensuring full compliance with Federal Railroad (FRA) regulations (49 CFR 214) during work performed within arm's length of the track.
• Responsible for monitoring track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to ensure personnel remain safely clear of active tracks and equipment.
• Communicate with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors via radio, phone, or electronic systems to coordinate train movements and grant permissions within established working limits.
• Responsible for documenting all activities, including job briefings, incident reports, daily work logs, and electronic forms for submission to management and regulatory agencies.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Work Environment

• This job operates in a field environment.
• Travel is expected from 50% to 85% of the time.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions

Benefits

• Compensation is $25 to $37 per hour based on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short‑Term, Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc., is rapidly expanding and seeking motivated individuals to join our team.

Company Profile

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE/WBE firm primarily focused on providing safety services to the railroad industry. NRSS is the most trusted name in the railroad industry for providing qualified field safety staff and safety training. To best serve the railroad industry, NRSS provides all these services in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. NRSS has the proven ability and the proven safety record to handle any project.

Closing Statement

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Any candidate selected for this position must be able to successfully pass pre‑employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.