Railroad Flagger

NRSS•Oxnard, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Railroad Flagger to help keep workers safe on train tracks by controlling train movements and following federal safety rules. The role supports major railroads, smaller rail lines, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors. The position is based in Oxnard, California, is full-time, reports to the District Manager, and requires an average of 50%–85% travel, potentially for long periods or months at a time. Compensation is $28–$37 based on experience. The job operates in a field environment. The flagger coordinates work-site activities, communicates with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors, leads safety briefings, and enforces applicable railroad, state, and federal rules. The role also includes confirming contractor training, addressing rule violations, completing daily reports, and maintaining on-track safety under federal regulations. Candidates must have at least two years of relevant railroad, transit, rail-supplier, contractor, consultant, or state DOT rail-division experience. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Selected candidates must pass pre-employment and recurring background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

Requirements

At least two 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 in a Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department.
Skill with basic computer tools, including Citrix, email, phone, and texting apps.
Comfort using Android tablets and smartphones.
Strong organization and attention to detail.
Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly in English by speaking, reading, and writing.
Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety.
Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Willingness to travel for long periods, potentially months at a time, and drive long distances.
Ability to complete required federal, client, and company training.
Ability to stand for long periods, walk on uneven ground, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Good near, far, color, and peripheral vision.
Ability to work in extreme hot and cold weather and in dusty and noisy environments.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

Responsibilities

Coordinate activities at the job site.
Communicate clearly with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors.
Lead safety briefings before work begins.
Follow and enforce railroad, state, and federal rules.
Ensure contractors meet training requirements.
Spot and address rule violations.
Complete daily reports on work activities.
Maintain on-track safety in accordance with federal regulations.