Employee In Charge (EIC)

About the role

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking an Employee in Charge (EIC) to provide essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners in Midland, TX. This vital position ensures that work on the rights-of-way is conducted safely.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-track safety, including set up of derails, track signs, and other safety tools.
• Prepare daily field reports and report on any rule violations.
• Coordinate job-site activities and maintain radio contact with dispatchers and train crews to communicate worksite safety status.
• Conduct mandatory, clear, concise, and thorough job briefings with all crew members before they enter the track.
• Enforce all railroad, state, and federal policies.

Requirements

• Proficiency in the use of tablets, smartphones, and communication tools to support coordination of train movements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to travel for extended periods of time, sometimes months at a time (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 department.
• Ability to successfully complete federal, client, and/or company-specific training.

Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment working alongside active tracks.

Benefits

• Compensation: $25 to $37 per hour based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

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.