Railroad Field Safety Lead - Contractor in Charge

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS); Vernal (UT); 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

Long-Term Disability

Paid vacation

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Vernal, UT to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for rail operations.

The CIC will lead field safety, conduct briefings, ensure compliance with FRA rules, monitor track conditions, and coordinate with dispatchers and engineers. This role requires extensive travel and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Communicates effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability for long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments.
• 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

• A safety-focused contractor responsible for overseeing worksite safety and providing flagging services as needed.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure full compliance with FRA regulations (49 CFR 214) during work near tracks.
• Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and activities to keep personnel safe from active tracks and equipment.
• Coordinate with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors to manage train movements within working limits.
• Document all activities, including briefings, incident reports, daily logs, and forms for management and regulatory agencies.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Vernal, UT to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for rail operations.

The CIC will lead field safety, conduct briefings, ensure compliance with FRA rules, monitor track conditions, and coordinate with dispatchers and engineers. This role requires extensive travel and a strong commitment to safety.