Railroad Flagger

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Las Cruces, NM

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 Las Cruces, New Mexico, and requires an average of 50%–85% travel, including willingness to travel for long periods, potentially for months at a time. Compensation is $28–$37 based on experience. The job operates in a field environment. The Railroad Flagger coordinates job-site activities, communicates with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors, leads safety briefings, enforces applicable rules, and maintains on-track safety in accordance with federal regulations. The position requires completion of required federal, client, and company training, as well as successful completion of pre-employment or recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training. NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm focused primarily on railroad-industry safety services and training. The company states that safety is a core value and that employees must prioritize safety 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.
Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety.
Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Willingness to travel for long periods, including potentially months at a time, and drive long distances.
Ability to complete required federal, client, and company training.
Must communicate clearly in English in speaking, reading, and writing.
Must be able to stand for long periods and walk on uneven ground.
Must have good near, far, color, and peripheral vision.
Must be able to work in extreme hot and cold weather and dusty and noisy environments.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must successfully pass pre-employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

Nice To Haves

Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department experience.

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.