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 across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee worksite safety and provide 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 the 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.

Benefits

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

Pay

$25 to $37 per hour, based on experience.