Railroad Field Safety Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

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

The CIC ensures worksite safety, conducts job briefings, monitors track conditions, coordinates with dispatchers, and documents activities while complying with FRA regulations. Travel typically 50–85% in a field environment.

Qualifications

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to travel long-term, including multi-month deployments.
• Valid Driver's License must be held.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years in a railroad company, preferably in maintenance of way or TY&E, and completion of required training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee worksite safety and provide flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure compliance with FRA regulations (49 CFR 214).
• Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel safe.
• Coordinate train movements with dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors via radio, phone, or electronic systems.
• Document daily activities, briefings, incident reports, and logs for management and regulatory agencies.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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

The CIC ensures worksite safety, conducts job briefings, monitors track conditions, coordinates with dispatchers, and documents activities while complying with FRA regulations. Travel typically 50–85% in a field environment.