Railroad Flagger

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Ely, NV

13h•$28 - $37

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 Ely, Nevada, and requires travel, averaging 50%–85%, with the possibility of extended periods away, including months at a time. Compensation is $28–$37, based on experience. The position reports to the District Manager. This field role requires coordinating job-site activities, communicating with railroad personnel and contractors, leading safety briefings, enforcing applicable rules, and maintaining on-track safety in accordance with federal regulations. The employee must complete required federal, client, and company training and successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training. NRSS is a certified DBE/WBE firm focused primarily on safety services for the railroad industry. It provides field safety staff and safety training across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company states that safety is a core value and that employees must prioritize it in all work.

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.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Skilled with basic computer tools, including Citrix, email, phone, and texting apps.
Comfort 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 when speaking, reading, and writing.
Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety.
Able to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Willing to travel for extended periods, potentially for 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in 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.