Railroad Field Safety Lead

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 106,020,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

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

The CIC leads field safety, conducts job briefings, coordinates with dispatchers, and ensures FRA (49 CFR 214) compliance while traveling 50%–85% of the time.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Willingness to travel 50%–85% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field safety and provide flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure full compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations (49 CFR 214).
• Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel clear of active tracks and equipment.
• Coordinate train movements with dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors via radio, phone, or electronic systems.
• Document all activities, including briefings, incident reports, daily logs, and electronic forms for management and regulators.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal policies.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

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

The CIC leads field safety, conducts job briefings, coordinates with dispatchers, and ensures FRA (49 CFR 214) compliance while traveling 50%–85% of the time.