Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)

About the role

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC) to support railroad flagging services for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOT's, as well as Railroad Suppliers, Contractors, and Consultants alike.

Responsibilities

• Provide jobsite coordination.
• Provide clear and concise communication with Dispatchers, Train Crews, other Railroad Personnel, and/or Contractor personnel.
• Provide clear, concise, and thorough job briefings with all personnel on each job site.
• Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.
• Identify rule violations and resolve in accordance with Railroad, State, and Federal Policies.
• Enforce Contractor training requirements.
• Submit daily field reports detailing Contractor and/or Railroad activities.
• Provide On-Track Safety in accordance with 49 CFR 214 Federal Regulations for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOT Rail Divisions, Railroad Suppliers, Railroad Contractors, and/or Railroad Consultants.
• Work closely with Dispatchers, Train Crews, and other Railroad Personnel to ensure safe operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 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.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge in Railroad Engineering, Railroad Design, Railroad Construction, and Safety.
• Proficient computer skills in basic email, phone, and text message applications.
• Proficient computer skills in Android OS; on tablet & smart phone.
• Proficient computer skills in Citrix Applications.
• Strong ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ability to travel for extended periods of time; sometimes month(s) at a time.
• Ability to successfully complete Federal, Client, and/or Company Specific Training.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Strong technical knowledge in Railroad Engineering, Railroad Design, Railroad Construction, and Safety.
• Strong ability to enforce policies and procedures.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Strong ability to maintain high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge in Railroad Engineering, Railroad Design, Railroad Construction, and Safety.
• Strong ability to enforce policies and procedures.
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Strong ability to maintain high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• Short Term, Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Pay

Negotiable, based on skills and experience.

Schedule

This position requires significant travel (50% - 85% on average).

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 of these services in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. NRSS has the proven ability and the proven safety record to handle any project. Find the safety you have been missing today!