Railroad Flagger

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Houston, TX

19h•$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 Houston, Texas, reports to the District Manager, and involves travel averaging 50%–85%, including potentially long periods away from home. The job operates in a field environment and requires clear English communication, long-distance travel or driving, standing for extended periods, walking on uneven ground, and working in hot or cold weather and dusty, noisy environments. The role requires good near, far, color, and peripheral vision and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Candidates must pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training. NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm focused on railroad safety services and training. The company states that safety is a core value and that employees must prioritize it at all times. 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; experience in a Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department 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, including the ability to communicate clearly in English.
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, work in extreme hot and cold weather and dusty and noisy environments, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Good near, far, color, and peripheral vision.
Must successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

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.
Identify and address rule violations.
Complete daily reports on work activities.
Maintain on-track safety in accordance with federal regulations.