Contractor In Charge (CIC)
About The Position
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. 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 role oversees worksite safety and provides flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel. The position works in a field environment and requires travel for 50% to 85% of the time, including the ability to take long-term assignments and multi-month deployments. The role requires working in all weather conditions. Candidates selected must successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
Requirements
- Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to take 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 the maintenance of way or TY&E departments.
- Successfully complete all required federal, client, and company-specific training.
- Successfully pass required pre-employment and recurrent background checks and drug/alcohol testing.
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 obtain 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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
