Railroad Safety Field Lead (Contractor in Charge)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life 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 Logan, UT to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads and transit systems.

This field role requires coordinating safety, tracking, and train movements while ensuring adherence to FRA regulations. The CIC will lead safety briefings, monitor track conditions, and supervise work activities on site.

Qualifications

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Communicates effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Ability for long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments.
• Valid Driver's License.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
• 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 compliance with FRA regulations during work near tracks.
• Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel safely clear.
• Coordinate train movements with dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors via radio, phone, or electronic systems.
• Document all activities, including job briefings, incident reports, and daily work logs for management and regulatory agencies.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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

This field role requires coordinating safety, tracking, and train movements while ensuring adherence to FRA regulations. The CIC will lead safety briefings, monitor track conditions, and supervise work activities on site.