About the Role
The Employee in Charge position is a vital role ensuring that work on the rights-of-way is conducted safely. NRSS is seeking an Employee in Charge (EIC) to provide essential on-track safety services for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners.
Responsibilities
- Provide On-Track Safety such as set up of derails, track signs, and other safety tools
- Prepare daily field reports and report on any rule violations
- Provide job-site coordination
- Radio contact 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 all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies
Requirements
- Proficiency in the use of 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 of time; sometimes months at a time
- Valid Driver's License
- Ability to successfully complete Federal, Client, and/or Company Specific Training
- Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training
Location
- New York, NY
Work Type
- Field environment
- Travel 50% to 85%
Experience Level
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way department
Education Level
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $25 to $37 per hour based on experience
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
About the Company
- National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE/WBE firm primarily focused on providing safety services to the railroad industry.
- NRSS is the most trusted name in the railroad industry for providing qualified field safety staff and safety training.
- NRSS provides all these services in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- NRSS has the proven ability and the proven safety record to handle any project.
Equal Opportunity
- National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
