Contractor In Charge (CIC)
About The Position
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) to oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. The role ensures 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. This is a field-based position with travel expected 50% to 85% of the time. The work may involve long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments, and requires working in all weather conditions. Candidates must successfully complete required federal, client, and company-specific training, as well as pre-employment or recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
Requirements
- Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to accept 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.
- Successfully complete all required federal, client, and company-specific training.
- Successfully pass pre-employment or recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
Responsibilities
- Oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for railroad and rail-industry work.
- 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 management and regulatory agencies.
- Enforce railroad, state, and federal policies.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
