Rail Safety Contractor in Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS); Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Short-Term, Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Pierre, SD to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.

The CIC role focuses on safety, compliant work within railroad rights-of-way, and coordinating with dispatchers and engineers. Candidates should have railroad experience, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel extensively as required by projects.

Qualifications

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Communicates effectively in verbal and written formats.
• Ability for long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments.
• Valid Driver's License.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
• Successfully completes all required federal, client, and company-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee worksite safety and provide flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure full compliance with FRA regulations during track work.
• Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel safely clear of active tracks.
• Communicate with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors to coordinate train movements and permissions.
• Document all activities, including briefings, incident reports, daily logs, and forms for management and regulatory agencies.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication

Organization

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Pierre, SD to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.

The CIC role focuses on safety, compliant work within railroad rights-of-way, and coordinating with dispatchers and engineers. Candidates should have railroad experience, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel extensively as required by projects.