Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)
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 qualified field safety staff and safety training, serving clients across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.
About the role
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.
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.
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.
- Proficient computer skills in basic email, phone, and text message applications.
- Proficient computer skills in Android OS on tablet and smartphone.
- Proficient computer skills in Citrix Applications.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong technical knowledge in Railroad Engineering, Railroad Design, Railroad Construction, and Safety.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail; well organized.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Ability to travel for extended periods of time; sometimes month(s) at a time (50% - 85% on average).
- Ability to successfully complete Federal, Client, and/or Company Specific Training.
Physical Demands
- Must be able to hear, speak, read, and write clearly in English.
- Must be able to drive long distances and/or travel by other modes as necessary.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time and/or walk on level/uneven ground.
- Must be able to see up close, distances, colors and have use of peripheral vision and depth perception.
- Must be able to tolerate extreme heat/cold temperatures.
- Must be able to tolerate dusty/noisy conditions.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
This job operates in a field environment.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Short Term, Long Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
Safety Commitment
All employees are committed to safety at all times. No job is so important and no service is so urgent that we may not take time to perform all work safely. Safety ensures the wellbeing of employees, customers, and communities while upholding NRSS’s leadership in railroad industry safety.