Railroad Safety Lead — Contractor in Charge (Field)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Amarillo, TX to oversee railroad rights-of-way work with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

This essential field role requires strong leadership and a focus on preventing incidents while coordinating with railroad partners. The CIC will conduct job briefings, monitor track conditions, and ensure FRA (49 CFR 214) compliance; travel up to 85% is expected, with compensation ranging from $28 to $37 per hour

Qualifications

• 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.
• Willingness to travel long-term (50–85% travel).

Responsibilities

• A safety-focused railroad- approved contractor responsible for overseeing worksite safety and providing flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure full compliance with FRA regulations (49 CFR 214) during work performed within arm's length of the track.
• Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel safely clear of active tracks and equipment.
• Communicate with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors to coordinate train movements and grant permissions within 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

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Amarillo, TX to oversee railroad rights-of-way work with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

This essential field role requires strong leadership and a focus on preventing incidents while coordinating with railroad partners. The CIC will conduct job briefings, monitor track conditions, and ensure FRA (49 CFR 214) compliance; travel up to 85% is expected, with compensation ranging from $28 to $37 per hour