Railroad Safety Flagger NS North
RailPros · Essex County, NJ · 1 wk ago
ConsultingFull-time
About the role
The Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC) position at RailPros is responsible for providing on-site roadway worker protection, coordinating job sites, and handling various types of On Track Safety tasks. This role requires a combination of physical labor, communication skills, and adherence to safety protocols.
Responsibilities
- Provide required jobsite protection on each assignment, including radio communication with train dispatchers and engineers, ensuring work groups are clear of limits during train movements, and granting permission for trains and on-track equipment to proceed through limits.
- Perform daily job briefings with all personnel on the job site and ensure all personnel adhere to the safety requirements of the railroad.
- Prepare and submit required electronic forms such as job setup forms, daily work reports, invoices, and other reports as needed.
- Handle and place signs, derail and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, which may be necessary multiple times throughout the day.
- Maintain a high level of communication with RWIC supervisors and managers regarding various assignments and schedules.
- Participate actively in routine reoccurring safety classes and qualification training.
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture, free from behaviors that undermine morale, productivity, or organizational values.
- Uphold the organization’s standards of integrity, accountability, and respect in all duties and interactions.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Other duties as assigned or required to meet the business needs.
Qualifications
- Able to complete required physical demands and/or tasks.
- Able to effectively warn roadway workers of the approach of trains.
- Understand the on track safety training and qualification required of the roadway workers to be protected.
- Proficient in the radio procedure for communicating between RWIC/EIC’s (Employee in Charge) and assigned work group.
- Proficient in performing a job briefing with all the roadway workers within their work location.
- Able to place railroad advance warning and stop signs.
- Able to install a railroad derail and apply locking device.
- Proficient with electronic communications including email and text as well as standard office applications (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite).
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Additional Coverage Plans
- Legal Shield, ID Shield, Pet Insurance
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Retirement Savings
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs
- Discount Programs
- Company Merchandise Allowance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional & Career Growth
- Culture & Recognition
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)