Contractor In Charge (CIC)

NRSS•Spokane, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Spokane, Washington. The CIC oversees construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. This safety-focused, railroad-approved contractor oversees worksite safety and provides flagging services when needed in place of railroad personnel. The role includes conducting job briefings and ensuring compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations (49 CFR 214) for work performed within arm's length of the track. The CIC monitors track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel clear of active tracks and equipment. The position also coordinates with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors, documents worksite activities, and enforces railroad, state, and federal policies. The job operates in a field environment, with travel expected 50% to 85% of the time and work in all weather conditions. Candidates must pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training.

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' 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 and 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) for 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 by 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.