Contractor In Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Contractor in Charge in Oxnard, CA to oversee safety on railroad rights-of-way and ensure compliance with FRA and other regulations.

The CIC will lead field operations, coordinate with dispatchers, perform risk assessments, and document activities. Travel 50–85% is required, with a strong focus on safety and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a railroad company, preferably maintenance of way or TY&E.
• Valid driver's license.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability for long-term travel assignments (50–85%).
• Successfully completes required training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee worksite safety and provide flagging services as needed.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure FRA (49 CFR 214) compliance during rail work.
• Monitor track conditions and coordinate with trains to keep personnel safe.
• Communicate with dispatchers and engineers to manage train movements.
• Document all activities, logs, briefings, and reports for management/regulators.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal policies on site.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is seeking dedicated, safety-driven individuals for the Contractor in Charge position in Oxnard, CA. 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 $28 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

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.