Employee In Charge (EIC)

National Railroad Safety Services (NRSS); Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The role requires proficiency with tablets and mobile devices and strong verbal and written communication skills. The EIC will travel frequently (50%–85%), coordinate activities on site, and enforce all policies while ensuring safe operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 2 years' railroad industry experience, preferably in maintenance of way.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Must be able to travel for extended periods.
• Ability to complete Federal, Client, and/or Company Training.

Responsibilities

• Provide On-Track Safety tasks (set up derails, track signs, safety tools).
• Prepare daily field reports and report any rule violations.
• Provide job-site coordination.
• Maintain radio contact with Dispatchers and Train Crews to communicate safety status.
• Conduct mandatory briefings with all crew members before entry to the track.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal policies.

Skills

Tablets usage

Smartphones usage

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

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 $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.

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!

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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.