Railroad Field Safety Lead

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. in New York, NY seeks a Contractor in Charge (CIC) to oversee safety, compliance, and field operations for freight railroads and transit systems.

The CIC ensures worksite safety, conducts job briefings, and coordinates with train crews while maintaining FRA regulations. Travel is heavy (50%–85%), requiring strong communication, documentation, and readiness for multi-month deployments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a railroad company.
• Ability for long-term travel deployments.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction safety and flagging services as needed.
• Ensure compliance with FRA regulations (49 CFR 214) during work near tracks.
• Monitor track conditions and coordinate with dispatchers and engineers.
• Document activities, briefings, incident reports, and logs for management and regulators.
• Enforce all railroad, state, and federal policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. in New York, NY seeks a Contractor in Charge (CIC) to oversee safety, compliance, and field operations for freight railroads and transit systems.

The CIC ensures worksite safety, conducts job briefings, and coordinates with train crews while maintaining FRA regulations. Travel is heavy (50%–85%), requiring strong communication, documentation, and readiness for multi-month deployments.