Contractor In Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Morgantown, WV

11d•$25 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a safety-focused Contractor in Charge (CIC) to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. The role oversees worksite safety and provides flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel. The position is based in Morgantown, West Virginia, and operates in a field environment, with travel expected 50% to 85% of the time. The role may involve long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments, and requires working in all weather conditions. The CIC conducts job briefings and ensures compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations (49 CFR 214) for work performed within arm's length of the track. The role includes monitoring track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities; coordinating train movements and permissions within established working limits; documenting worksite activities; and enforcing railroad, state, and federal policies. Candidates must complete required federal, client, and company-specific training and successfully pass applicable pre-employment or recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training. Compensation is $25 to $37 per hour based on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; paid vacation and holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan.

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.
At least 2 years of experience with a railroad company, preferably in maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Must successfully pass pre-employment or recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training.

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 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.
Successfully complete required federal, client, and company-specific training.