On-Track Safety Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation and 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 Sacramento, CA.

This role ensures that work on rights-of-way is conducted safely and in compliance with regulations. The EIC will coordinate train movements using tablets and smartphones, report safety metrics, and brief crews before work begins.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of railroad experience, preferably in maintenance of way.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to travel for extended periods (often months).
• Proficiency with tablets, smartphones, and communication tools for coordinating train movements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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.
• Maintain 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 & mobile devices

Verbal & written communication

Detail-oriented

Travel readiness

Valid driver's license

High school diploma

Railroad safety experience (MOW)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Communication tools (radio, devices)

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 Sacramento, CA.

This role ensures that work on rights-of-way is conducted safely and in compliance with regulations. The EIC will coordinate train movements using tablets and smartphones, report safety metrics, and brief crews before work begins.