On-Track Safety Lead — Field Coordination

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

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 position requires travel 50–85% of the time and relies on tablets/smartphones for coordination. Qualified candidates have a minimum of 2 years in a railroad environment (preferably maintenance of way), a valid driver’s license, and must complete required training.

Qualifications

• Requires 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 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.

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

Tablet usage

Smartphone usage

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Travel availability

Valid driver’s license

Railroad experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Radio coordination tools

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 position requires travel 50–85% of the time and relies on tablets/smartphones for coordination. Qualified candidates have a minimum of 2 years in a railroad environment (preferably maintenance of way), a valid driver’s license, and must complete required training.