Railroad Safety CIC - Field Leader (Travel)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision 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) in Abilene, TX to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, and DOT partners.

This field role requires strong safety focus, the ability to travel 50–85% of the time, and the skills to brief crews, coordinate with dispatchers, and document activities while ensuring regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• A safety-focused railroad-approved contractor responsible for overseeing worksite safety and providing flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
• The CIC is responsible for conducting job briefings and ensuring full compliance with Federal Railroad (FRA) regulations (49 CFR 214) during work performed within arm's length of the track.
• Responsible for monitoring 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.
• Responsible for documenting 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

Travel willingness

Valid Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

2 years railroad experience (preferred)

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Abilene, TX to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, and DOT partners.

This field role requires strong safety focus, the ability to travel 50–85% of the time, and the skills to brief crews, coordinate with dispatchers, and document activities while ensuring regulatory adherence.