Railroad Flagger
About the role
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Railroad Flagger to keep workers safe on train tracks by controlling train movements and following federal safety rules. This role supports major railroads, smaller rail lines, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors.
Responsibilities
- Cook up activities at the job site
- Communicate clearly with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors
- Lead safety briefings before work begins
- Follow and enforce all railroad, state, and federal rules
- Ensure contractors meet training requirements
- Spot and address any rule violations
- Complete daily reports on work activities
- Maintain on-track safety following federal regulations
- Travel for long periods (even months at a time)
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; preferably within the Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department
- Skilled with basic computer tools, including Citrix, email, phone, and texting apps
- Comfortable using Android tablets and smartphones
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety
- Able to build and maintain strong client relationships
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Skills
- Basic computer tools
- Android tablets and smartphones
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
- Railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety knowledge
- Client relationship building
- Travel for long periods
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Pay
$25.00 - $37.00 per hour
Schedule
Not specified
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Profile
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. To best serve the railroad industry, 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. Safety Commitment: All employees at NRSS must always prioritize safety. No job is so urgent that it can't be done safely. Safety is a core value, ensuring the protection of workers, customers, and communities while maintaining leadership in railroad safety.
Closing Statement
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/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.