On-Track Safety Lead (EIC) - Field Ops

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. (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.