Railroad Flagger

NRSS•Portland, OR

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. It is based in Portland, Oregon, and requires travel, averaging 50%–85% of the time, including potentially long periods or months away. Compensation is $28–$37 based on experience. The position reports to the District Manager. The job operates in a field environment. The successful candidate must communicate clearly in English, travel or drive long distances, stand for long periods, walk on uneven ground, have near, far, color, and peripheral vision, and work in extreme hot or cold weather as well as dusty and noisy environments. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds. NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm focused primarily on safety services for the railroad industry. It provides qualified field safety staff and safety training across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. NRSS emphasizes safety as a core value and requires employees to prioritize safe work. Selected candidates must pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/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; 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.
Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety.
Able to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Willing to travel for long periods, including potentially months at a time.
Able to complete required federal, client, and company training.
Communicate clearly in English, speaking, reading, and writing.
Willing and able to travel or drive long distances.
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.
High school diploma or equivalent.
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 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.