Railroad On-Track Safety Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking an Employee in Charge (EIC) to provide essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. The EIC will oversee safety on rights-of-way in Wells, NV.

Travel is extensive (50%–85%), and the role requires setup of safety tools, daily reporting, and coordination with dispatchers and crews. Training and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Requires proficiency with tablets, smartphones, and communication tools to support coordination of train movements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to travel for extended periods; sometimes months at a time.
• Valid Driver's License.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way department.
• Ability to successfully complete Federal, Client, and/or Company Specific Training.

Responsibilities

• Provide On-Track Safety such as set up of derails, track signs, and other safety tools.
• Prepare daily field reports and report on any rule violations.
• Provide job-site coordination.
• Radio contact with Dispatchers and Train Crews to communicate worksite safety status.
• Conduct mandatory clear, concise, and thorough job briefings with all crew members before they enter the track.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Tablet/smartphone proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Detail-oriented

Travel readiness (50-85%)

Valid driver's license

High School diploma or equivalent

Railroad experience (MOW preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking an Employee in Charge (EIC) to provide essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. The EIC will oversee safety on rights-of-way in Wells, NV.

Travel is extensive (50%–85%), and the role requires setup of safety tools, daily reporting, and coordination with dispatchers and crews. Training and background checks are required.