On-Track Safety Lead - Rail Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks an Employee in Charge (EIC) in Colorado Springs, CO to oversee on-track safety and field operations along railroad rights‑of‑way.

The role requires coordinating train movements, reporting, and strong safety discipline in a fast-paced environment. The position emphasizes travel up to 50–85% and compliance with Federal, state, and company policies, with responsibilities to communicate effectively with dispatchers and crews and complete required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years in a railroad company; MOW experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively.
• Proficiency with tablets, smartphones, and field tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to complete Federal/Client/Company training.

Responsibilities

• Provide On-Track Safety: set up derails, track signs, safety tools.
• Prepare daily field reports and note rule violations.
• Coordinate job-site activities and safety briefings.
• Maintain radio contact with Dispatchers and Train Crews.
• Lead concise pre-entry briefings for all crew members.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal policies.

Skills

Tablets

Smartphones

Communication

Detail orientation

Travel

Driver's license

HS Diploma

Railroad exp 2y

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Radio comm systems

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks an Employee in Charge (EIC) in Colorado Springs, CO to oversee on-track safety and field operations along railroad rights‑of‑way.

The role requires coordinating train movements, reporting, and strong safety discipline in a fast-paced environment. The position emphasizes travel up to 50–85% and compliance with Federal, state, and company policies, with responsibilities to communicate effectively with dispatchers and crews and complete required