On-Track Safety Lead (Field Coordination)

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. (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.