Contractor In Charge (CIC)

About the role

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is seeking dedicated, safety-driven individuals for the Contractor in Charge position in Pendleton, OR. This essential role is responsible for ensuring all work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely and in compliance with regulations. NRSS is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) responsible for overseeing construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. 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 providing qualified field safety staff and safety training, providing services in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico, with a proven ability and safety record to handle any project.

Responsibilities

• Act as a safety‑focused railroad‑approved contractor overseeing worksite safety and providing flagging services as needed.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure full compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (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 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.
• Ability to communicate 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 maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
• Successfully complete all required federal, client, and company‑specific training.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Pay

$28.00 – $37.00 per hour (based on experience).

Schedule

Travel expected 50% to 85% of the time; ability to work in all weather conditions.