Contractor In Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE/WBE firm primarily focused on providing safety services to the railroad industry. NRSS is the most trusted name in the railroad industry for qualified field safety staff and safety training, serving clients across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.

About the role

This essential role is responsible for ensuring all work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely and in compliance with regulations. The Contractor in Charge (CIC) oversees construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.

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 Federal Railroad (FRA) regulations (49 CFR 214) during work performed 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.
• Communicate with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors via radio, phone, or electronic systems to coordinate train movements and grant permissions within established 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.

Requirements

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability for long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments (50% to 85% travel expected).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a railroad company, preferably in maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
• Successfully completes all required federal, client, and company-specific training.

Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment with exposure to all weather conditions.

Pay

Compensation is $25 to $37 per hour based on experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.