Railroad Safety & Compliance Technician

Kokosing, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking a Field Safety Specialist to provide on-site safety and health support across projects in Virginia. You will implement company policies, train teams, and ensure regulatory compliance, including railroad safety requirements.

The role requires coordinating with managers and subcontractors, conducting audits, and leading safety meetings to foster a strong safety culture. Weekend and night availability may be required in a fast-paced construction environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FRA, CSX, and EPA regulations and company safety policies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize independently.
• Ability to work in a high production environment (50+ hours/week), including nights and weekends.
• Ability to influence front line supervisors and field personnel to create a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for reducing injuries, illnesses, and incidents to meet business targets.
• Provide safety training to personnel.
• Support pre-job safety planning meetings and emergency plans.
• Lead safety meetings and training programs.
• Perform safety and health audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Investigate injuries and incidents.
• Issue safety and health correspondence and update team on regulatory changes.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and railroad personnel to ensure compliance.
• Publicly coordinate daily construction activities with railroad operations.
• Monitor crane operations, lifting, and track safety.
• Maintain documentation of safety activities and issues.
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions arise.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Communication

Training delivery

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor degree in Safety

Tools

CHST

IC 300/400

CPR/First Aid

OSHA 30/10 Trainer

Job description

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking a Field Safety Specialist to provide on-site safety and health support across projects in Virginia. You will implement company policies, train teams, and ensure regulatory compliance, including railroad safety requirements.

The role requires coordinating with managers and subcontractors, conducting audits, and leading safety meetings to foster a strong safety culture. Weekend and night availability may be required in a fast-paced construction environment.