Railroad Safety Site Lead Contractor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance

Short-Term, Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

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

This field role requires travel and strict adherence to FRA regulations. The CIC will lead on-site safety, conduct job briefings, monitor track conditions, and coordinate with train crews while documenting activities for management and regulatory agencies.

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 within railroad rights-of-way.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure compliance with FRA regulations (49 CFR 214).
• Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel safe.
• Coordinate train movements with dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors via radio/phone/electronic systems.
• Document all activities, including briefings, incident reports, daily logs, and regulatory submissions.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

This field role requires travel and strict adherence to FRA regulations. The CIC will lead on-site safety, conduct job briefings, monitor track conditions, and coordinate with train crews while documenting activities for management and regulatory agencies.