Railroad Safety CIC — Field Lead & Compliance Overseer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Short-Term, Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Monticello, UT to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads and related partners.

The CIC will lead safety-focused field operations, conduct job briefings, ensure FRA compliance, monitor track conditions, and coordinate with dispatchers and supervisors. Travel will be extensive, with 50–85% deployments, in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a railroad company, preferably in maintenance of way or TY&E departments
• Valid driver's license
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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 full compliance with Federal Railroad (FRA) regulations (49 CFR 214) during work performed within arm's length of the track
• Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to ensure personnel remain safely clear of active tracks and equipment
• Communicate with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors via radio, phone, or electronic systems to coordinate train movements and grant permissions within established working limits
• Document all activities, including job briefings, incident reports, daily work logs, and electronic forms for submission to management and regulatory agencies
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

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) in Monticello, UT to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads and related partners.

The CIC will lead safety-focused field operations, conduct job briefings, ensure FRA compliance, monitor track conditions, and coordinate with dispatchers and supervisors. Travel will be extensive, with 50–85% deployments, in all weather conditions.