Employee In Charge (EIC)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks an Employee in Charge (EIC) to deliver essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail partners.

The role involves extensive travel, remote site coordination, and enforcing safety policies across projects. The EIC will set up derails and safety tools, prepare daily field reports, and maintain radio contact with dispatchers and train crews to communicate worksite safety status.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel for extended periods, including months.
• Proficiency with tablets and smartphones for coordinating train movements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company (MOW preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide On-Track Safety such as set up of derails, track signs, and other safety tools.
• Prepare daily field reports and report on any rule violations.
• Provide job-site coordination.
• Radio contact with Dispatchers and Train Crews to communicate worksite safety status.
• Conduct mandatory clear, concise, and thorough job briefings with all crew members before they enter the track.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Tablet/Phone proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail orientation

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking an Employee in Charge (EIC) to provide essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.

Job Requirements

• Requires proficiency in the use of tablets, smartphones, and communication tools to support coordination of train movements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to travel for extended periods of time; sometimes months at a time.
• Valid Driver's License
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way department
• Ability to successfully complete Federal, Client, and/or Company Specific Training.

Job Duties

• Provide On-Track Safety such as set up of derails, track signs, and other safety tools
• Prepare daily field reports and report on any rule violations
• Provide job-site coordination.
• Radio contact with Dispatchers and Train Crews to communicate worksite safety status
• Conduct mandatory clear, concise, and thorough job briefings with all crew members before they enter the track.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment working alongside active tracks. Travel is expected from 50% to 85% of the time.

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

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is rapidly expanding.

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. Find the safety you have been missing today!

Keywords

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• Maintenance Of Way (MOW)
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• Manager Track Projects (MTP)
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• Roadway Worker
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• Roadway Worker Protection (RWP)
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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.

Salary: $28.00 - $37.00 per hour