Railroad Flagger

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Kingman, AZ

10d•$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 Kingman, Arizona, and requires travel, averaging 50%–85% of the time, including potentially long periods away from home. The work takes place in a field environment. The flagger coordinates job-site activities, communicates with railroad personnel and contractors, leads safety briefings, enforces applicable rules, and maintains on-track safety under federal regulations. Candidates must be able to pass pre-employment and recurring background checks and drug/alcohol testing, and complete classroom training. NRSS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and emphasizes safety as a core value.

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.
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, potentially for months at a time, and drive long distances.
Able to complete required federal, client, and company training.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Able to stand for long periods, walk on uneven ground, see near and far and distinguish color and peripheral vision, work in hot and cold weather and dusty and noisy environments, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Must successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks and drug/alcohol testing, and complete 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.
Identify and address rule violations.
Complete daily reports on work activities.
Maintain on-track safety in accordance with federal regulations.