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 Valdosta, GA. This essential role is responsible for ensuring all work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely and in compliance with regulations. National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (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, operating across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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.
- 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.
Skills
Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills; effective verbal and written communication.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Pay
Compensation is $28 to $37 per hour based on experience.
Schedule
Travel is expected from 50% to 85% of the time; ability to work in all weather conditions.