On-Track Safety Lead - Field Operations (Rail)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Plan

Competitive pay

Job summary

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

The role requires traveling 50%–85% of the time, strong verbal and written communication, and the ability to coordinate safety efforts with dispatchers and crews on active rights-of-way.

Qualifications

• Requires proficiency in the use of 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

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Ability to travel

Valid 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) to deliver essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners in Cape Coral, FL.

The role requires traveling 50%–85% of the time, strong verbal and written communication, and the ability to coordinate safety efforts with dispatchers and crews on active rights-of-way.