Employee In Charge (EIC)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

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

The role emphasizes communication, organization, and travel up to 85% with a valid driver's license and a high school diploma, plus training compliance.

You will oversee daily field operations, safety tool setup, and collaboration with dispatchers and crews to ensure policy adherence.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with 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; sometimes months at a time.

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

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Travel ready

Education

High School Diploma

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 San Jose, CA. 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

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.