On-Track Safety Lead (Railroad)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

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 and rail industry partners.

The role requires coordinating train movements via tablets and radios, ensuring safe worksite practices, and reporting daily field observations. The position involves significant travel (50%–85%), a valid driver's license, and a minimum two years of railroad experience, preferably in Maintenance of Way.

Qualifications

• Requires proficiency with tablets, smartphones, and comms tools for train movement coordination.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods, months at a time.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Minimum 2 years' railroad company experience, preferably in MOW.
• Ability to successfully complete required training.

Responsibilities

• Provide On-Track Safety such as setup of derails, track signs, and safety tools.
• Prepare daily field reports and report any rule violations.
• Provide job-site coordination and radio contact with Dispatchers and Train Crews.
• Conduct mandatory, clear, concise job briefings before entry to track.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal policies.

Skills

Tech literacy (tablets/smartphones)

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Travel flexibility

Driver's license

High School Diploma

Railroad experience (MOW)

Training readiness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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 and rail industry partners.

The role requires coordinating train movements via tablets and radios, ensuring safe worksite practices, and reporting daily field observations. The position involves significant travel (50%–85%), a valid driver's license, and a minimum two years of railroad experience, preferably in Maintenance of Way.