Employee In Charge (EIC)
About The Position
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking an Employee in Charge (EIC) in Prescott, Arizona. The role provides essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. The EIC helps ensure work on railroad rights-of-way is conducted safely by coordinating worksites, communicating with dispatchers and train crews, and enforcing applicable railroad, state, and federal policies. This position operates in a field environment alongside active tracks. Travel is expected 50% to 85% of the time and may involve extended periods away, sometimes for months. Candidates must complete applicable Federal, Client, and/or Company Specific Training and must be able to pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
Requirements
- Proficiency using tablets, smartphones, and communication tools to support coordination of train movements.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to travel for extended periods, sometimes months at a time.
- 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 department.
- Ability to successfully complete Federal, Client, and/or Company Specific Training.
- Ability to successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
Responsibilities
- Provide on-track safety, including setting up derails, track signs, and other safety tools.
- Prepare daily field reports and report rule violations.
- Coordinate job-site activities.
- Use radio communication with dispatchers and train crews to communicate worksite safety status.
- Conduct mandatory, clear, concise, and thorough job briefings with all crew members before they enter the track.
- 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
Education Level
High school or GED
