Safety Specialist - Rail

We are seeking knowledgeable and proactive Safety Specialist - Rail to support railroad operations, construction activities, and regulatory compliance initiatives on both day shift and night shift assignments. Reporting to the Safety Manager, these roles are responsible for promoting a strong safety culture through inspections, audits, incident investigations, training, and risk mitigation activities across rail operations and project sites.The ideal candidates will have experience with railroad safety regulations, operational risk management, and field-based safety oversight within active rail environments.What You’ll DoConduct inspections of rail tracks, equipment, facilities, and work areas to ensure compliance with FRA, OSHA, and applicable safety regulationsPerform routine safety audits and monitor adherence to established safety procedures and protocolsInvestigate accidents, injuries, near misses, and operational safety incidents and prepare detailed reports with corrective action recommendationsDevelop and deliver safety training programs for employees, contractors, and field personnelMonitor and enforce proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Identify workplace hazards and support implementation of corrective and preventive safety measuresParticipate in Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and operational risk assessmentsCoordinate with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies during inspections, audits, and investigationsMaintain accurate records, logs, and documentation related to safety activities and compliance reportingSupport emergency response preparedness and incident response activitiesCollaborate with operations, maintenance, construction, and contractor teams to promote safe work practicesWhat We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Transportation, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field preferred3–5 years of experience in railroad operations, rail safety, transportation safety, construction safety, or related fieldStrong knowledge of FRA, OSHA, FTA, and applicable railroad safety regulations and standardsExperience conducting incident investigations and preparing detailed reportsUnderstanding of railroad operations, track systems, maintenance activities, and rail equipmentStrong communication and training skills with the ability to influence safe work practicesProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and safety reporting systemsAbility to identify hazards, assess risk, and implement corrective actionsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailOSHA 30, CHST, CSP, or related safety certifications preferredExperience supporting rail construction or transit infrastructure projectsFamiliarity with hazard identification and risk management methodologies, including MIL-STD-882EKnowledge of environmental compliance and remediation programsWork EnvironmentRegular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, heavy equipment, moving trains, and active operational environmentsAbility to walk uneven terrain, climb equipment or structures, and work in field conditions for extended periods