Railroad Safety Lead—Field Oversight & Compliance

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

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 Temecula, CA. This essential role oversees construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.

The CIC ensures work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely, conducts job briefings, and maintains documentation while coordinating with dispatchers and supervisors. Travel is required 50–85% of the time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of railroad industry experience in maintenance of way or TY&E.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be willing to travel 50–85%.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Completion of all required safety training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee worksite safety and provide flagging services as needed.
• Ensure FRA (49 CFR 214) compliance during on-track work.
• Monitor track conditions and coordinate with train movements.
• Communicate with dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors.
• Document activities, logs, and incident reports.
• Enforce Railroad, State, and Federal policies.

Skills

Safety compliance

Communication

Organizational skills

Verbal & written

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Temecula, CA. This essential role oversees construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.

The CIC ensures work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely, conducts job briefings, and maintains documentation while coordinating with dispatchers and supervisors. Travel is required 50–85% of the time.