On-Track Safety Lead, Field Operations

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS); Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay per hour

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks an Employee in Charge (EIC) to provide essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners in Lafayette, LA.

The role requires traveling 50–85% of the time, coordinating field activities, and ensuring compliance with Railroad, State, and Federal policies. A valid driver's license and a High School Diploma are required, along with 2 years of railroad experience and 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

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Willing to travel

Driver's license

High school diploma

Railroad experience

Training completion

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Tablets & smartphones

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks an Employee in Charge (EIC) to provide essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners in Lafayette, LA.

The role requires traveling 50–85% of the time, coordinating field activities, and ensuring compliance with Railroad, State, and Federal policies. A valid driver's license and a High School Diploma are required, along with 2 years of railroad experience and training