Contractor In Charge; CIC

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. seeks dedicated, safety‑driven individuals for the Contractor in Charge (CIC) position in Ann Arbor, MI. This essential role ensures all work within railroad rights‑of‑way is performed safely and in compliance with regulations.

• Oversee construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.
• Conduct job briefings and ensure full compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations (49 CFR 214) during 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 via radio, phone, or electronic systems to coordinate train movements and grant permissions within established working limits.
• Document all activities, including job briefings, incident reports, daily work logs, and electronic forms for submission to management and regulatory agencies.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal policies.

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to undertake long‑term travel assignments, including multi‑month deployments.
• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a railroad company, preferably in maintenance‑of‑way or TY&E departments.
• Successful completion of all required federal, client, and company‑specific training.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

• Field environment.
• Travel expected 50 % to 85 % of the time.

• Hourly pay $25 to $37 based on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

$23.00 – $37.00 per hour.

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Any candidate selected for this position must be able to successfully pass pre‑employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.