Railroad Safety Contractor in Charge

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS); Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short-Term, Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a dedicated Contractor in Charge (CIC) to supervise construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail partners in Little Rock, AR.

The CIC ensures work safety and regulatory compliance within railroad rights-of-way. The position requires extensive field travel, excellent communication, and strong organizational skills, with a focus on incident prevention and safety training for crew

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company, preferably in maintenance of way or TY&E.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability for long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee worksite safety and provide flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure full compliance with FRA regulations (49 CFR 214) during work 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.
• Coordinate train movements and permissions with dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors via radio, phone, or electronic systems.
• 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

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) seeks a dedicated Contractor in Charge (CIC) to supervise construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail partners in Little Rock, AR.

The CIC ensures work safety and regulatory compliance within railroad rights-of-way. The position requires extensive field travel, excellent communication, and strong organizational skills, with a focus on incident prevention and safety training for crew