Contractor In Charge (CIC)

NRSS•Madison, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a dedicated, safety-driven Contractor in Charge (CIC) to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. The role is based in Madison, Wisconsin, and is responsible for ensuring work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely and in compliance with applicable regulations. The CIC oversees worksite safety and provides flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel. The position involves conducting job briefings, monitoring track conditions and work activities, coordinating with railroad personnel, documenting work and incidents, and enforcing railroad, state, and federal policies. The work is performed in a field environment, requires travel 50% to 85% of the time, and may involve long-term assignments lasting multiple months. The employee must be able to work in all weather conditions. Candidates selected for the position must successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training. NRSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to undertake long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments.
Valid driver's license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a railroad company, preferably in maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
Successfully complete all required federal, client, and company-specific training.
Successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Oversee worksite safety and provide flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
Conduct job briefings and ensure compliance with Federal Railroad Administration 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 activities, including job briefings, incident reports, daily work logs, and electronic forms for submission to management and regulatory agencies.
Enforce railroad, state, and federal policies.