Contractor In Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Valparaiso, IN

8h•$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 other rail industry partners. The role involves overseeing worksite safety and providing flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel. The CIC conducts job briefings, ensures compliance with applicable Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations during work near tracks, monitors track conditions and work activities, coordinates train movements and permissions within established working limits, documents activities, and enforces railroad, state, and federal policies. This field-based position is located in Valparaiso, Indiana, and requires travel for 50% to 85% of the time, including the ability to take long-term assignments lasting multiple months. Work may be performed in all weather conditions. Candidates must pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks and drug/alcohol testing, and complete 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.
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-specific, and company-specific training.
Successfully pass 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 FRA 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 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, incidents, daily work activities, and electronic forms for submission to management and regulatory agencies.
Enforce railroad, state, and federal policies.