On-Track Safety Lead | Field Rail Role (Travel 50-85%)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks an Employee in Charge to provide essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners in Salinas, CA. The EIC will set up safety tools, coordinate daily field activities, communicate with dispatchers, and lead crew briefings while complying with all policies.

Travel 50-85% is expected. A valid driver's license, a high school diploma, and 2+ years in railroad maintenance are required

Qualifications

• 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; 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

Tablets and smartphones proficiency

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Detail-oriented

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks an Employee in Charge to provide essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners in Salinas, CA. The EIC will set up safety tools, coordinate daily field activities, communicate with dispatchers, and lead crew briefings while complying with all policies.

Travel 50-85% is expected. A valid driver's license, a high school diploma, and 2+ years in railroad maintenance are required