Railroad Field Safety Lead - Contractor in Charge

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Contractor in Charge (CIC) to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads and transit systems in Charleston, SC. The CIC ensures work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely and in accordance with regulations.

The role demands supervising job briefings, FRA compliance (49 CFR 214), and coordination with dispatchers. Travel 50–85% is expected as projects span multiple deployments and environments.

Qualifications

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Communicates effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability for long-term travel assignments.
• 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 compliance with FRA regulations (49 CFR 214).
• Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel safely clear of tracks and equipment.
• Communicate with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors to coordinate train movements and permissions.
• Document all activities, including briefings, incident reports, logs, and forms for management and regulatory agencies.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Safety focus

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Contractor in Charge (CIC) to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads and transit systems in Charleston, SC. The CIC ensures work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely and in accordance with regulations.

The role demands supervising job briefings, FRA compliance (49 CFR 214), and coordination with dispatchers. Travel 50–85% is expected as projects span multiple deployments and environments.