Railroad Field Safety Lead (Contractor)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; 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) is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) responsible for overseeing construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.

The CIC will supervise field safety, conduct job briefings, and ensure adherence to Federal Railroad Administration regulations while coordinating with dispatchers and engineers.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a railroad company, preferably in maintenance of way or TY&E departments
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability for long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments

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
• Communicate with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors to coordinate train movements and permissions
• Document all activities including job briefings, incident reports, and daily work logs for management and regulatory agencies
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal policies

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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

The CIC will supervise field safety, conduct job briefings, and ensure adherence to Federal Railroad Administration regulations while coordinating with dispatchers and engineers.