Railroad Flagger

NRSS•Lafayette, LA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a full-time Railroad Flagger in Lafayette, Louisiana. This field-based role helps keep workers safe on train tracks by coordinating train movements and following federal, state, railroad, client, and company safety requirements. The role supports major railroads, regional and short-line railroads, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors. Travel is expected, averaging 50%–85%, and may involve long periods away, including months at a time. Compensation is $28–$37, based on experience. The position reports to the District Manager. The Railroad Flagger coordinates on-site activities, communicates with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors, and leads safety briefings before work begins. The role monitors compliance, verifies contractor training, addresses rule violations, completes daily reports, and maintains on-track safety under federal regulations. Candidates must pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training. NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm providing railroad safety services and training in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company states that safety is a core value and that employees must always prioritize safety; no job is so urgent that it cannot be done safely. NRSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

At least 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; Maintenance Of Way (MOW) experience is preferred.
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; must communicate clearly in English when speaking, reading, and writing.
Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety.
Able to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Willing to travel for long periods, potentially months at a time, and drive long distances.
Able to complete required federal, client, and company training.
Able to stand for long periods and walk on uneven ground.
Good near, far, color, and peripheral vision.
Able to work in extreme hot and cold weather and in dusty and noisy environments.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Experience within a Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department.

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.