Contractor In Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Alturas, CA

9h•$28 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring 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 oversees worksite safety and provides flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel. The position is based in Alturas, California, with travel expected 50% to 85% of the time, including the possibility of long-term, multi-month assignments. Work takes place in a field environment and may be performed in all weather conditions. The CIC conducts job briefings and ensures compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations under 49 CFR 214 for work performed within arm's length of the track. The role monitors track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel safely clear of active tracks and equipment. The CIC coordinates train movements and permissions within established working limits, and documents job briefings, incidents, daily work, and other required information for management and regulatory agencies. Candidates must pass applicable pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training. Compensation is $28 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.
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.

Responsibilities

Oversee worksite safety and provide flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
Conduct job briefings and ensure compliance with FRA regulations (49 CFR 214) for work performed within arm's length of the track.
Monitor track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to keep personnel 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 job briefings, incident reports, daily work logs, and electronic forms for management and regulatory agencies.
Enforce railroad, state, and federal policies.