Contractor In Charge; CIC

Contractor in Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is seeking dedicated, safety-driven individuals in Show Low, AZ to serve as Contractor in Charge. 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 Authority (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.
• Provide flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel.

• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to travel long-term, 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.
• Successful completion of all required federal, client, and company-specific training.

• Field environment.
• Travel expected 50% to 85% of the time.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.

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

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

Salary: $23.00 - $37.00 per hour.