Employee In Charge (EIC)

National Railroad Safety Services (NRSS); Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

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.

The role requires travel 50% to 85% of the time and involves field-based safety responsibilities. You will perform on-track safety, coordinate job sites, and maintain communication with dispatchers and train crews, while ensuring compliance with all policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with tablets, smartphones, and communication tools for coordinating train movements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to travel for extended periods; months at a time.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Minimum 2 years' railroad industry experience, preferably in MOW.
• Ability to complete required training.

Responsibilities

• Provide On-Track Safety, set up derails and track signs.
• Prepare daily field reports and report rule violations.
• Provide job-site coordination.
• Maintain radio contact with Dispatchers and Train Crews.
• Conduct mandatory safety briefings before entry to track.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Tech proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Detail oriented

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Smartphones/tablets

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is looking for safety committed individuals who understand the dedication of working on the railroad as an Employee in Charge in Prestonsburg, KY. The Employee in Charge position is a vital position ensuring that work on the rights-of-way is conducted safely.

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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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.