Railroad Flagger

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Lansing, MI

2d•$28 - $37•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 Lansing, Michigan, involves field work, and requires an average of 50%–85% travel, including willingness to travel for extended periods. Compensation is $28–$37 based on experience. The position reports to the District Manager. The Railroad Flagger coordinates job-site activities, communicates with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors, leads pre-work safety briefings, and enforces applicable railroad, state, and federal rules. The role also verifies contractor training, addresses rule violations, completes daily activity reports, and maintains on-track safety in accordance with federal regulations. NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm providing railroad safety services and training in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company emphasizes that safety is a core value and that work must be performed safely. Selected candidates must pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training.

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; preferably in a Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department.
High school diploma or equivalent.
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, including the ability to communicate in English by 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, including 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 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.

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 all 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.