On-Track Safety Lead (Employee in Charge)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Short-Term, Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks an Employee in Charge (EIC) in Pueblo, CO to oversee on-track safety during railroad work. The role requires coordinating crews, reporting safety incidents, and ensuring compliance with railroad policies on site.

The EIC must travel up to 85% and hold a valid driver's license, a high school diploma, and railroad experience. NRSS offers stable employment with benefits and opportunities in a trusted rail industry partner.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with tablets, smartphones, and communication tools for coordinating train movements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel 50–85% and endure extended stays.
• Valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' railroad experience, preferably in maintenance of way.
• Ability to complete Federal, Client, and Company training.

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.
• Field environment with travel 50–85% of the time.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail orientation

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Tablets

Smartphones

Communication tools

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks an Employee in Charge (EIC) in Pueblo, CO to oversee on-track safety during railroad work. The role requires coordinating crews, reporting safety incidents, and ensuring compliance with railroad policies on site.

The EIC must travel up to 85% and hold a valid driver's license, a high school diploma, and railroad experience. NRSS offers stable employment with benefits and opportunities in a trusted rail industry partner.