Contractor In Charge; CIC

Overview

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is seeking dedicated, safety-driven individuals for the Contractor in Charge position in Provo, UT. This essential role is responsible for ensuring 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.
• Safety-focused railroad-approved contractor responsible for overseeing worksite safety and providing flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.
• 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 ensure personnel remain 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
• Communicates effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Ability for long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments
• Valid Driver's License
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way or TY&E departments
• Successfully completes all required federal, client, and company-specific training.

• Travel is expected from 50% to 85% of the time
• This job operates in a field environment
• Ability to work in all weather conditions

• Compensation is $25 to $37 per hour based on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be required to pass pre-employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training where applicable.