Railroad Flagger

NRSS • Larkfield-Wikiup, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a full-time Railroad Flagger based in Santa Rosa, California. The role helps keep workers safe on train tracks by coordinating and controlling train movements and following federal, state, railroad, client, and company safety rules. The position supports major railroads, regional and short-line railroads, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors. Travel is expected, averaging 50%–85%, and may involve extended periods away, including months at a time. Compensation is $28–$37 based on experience. The position reports to the District Manager.

The job operates in a field environment. The employee must communicate clearly in English, travel or drive long distances, stand for long periods, walk on uneven ground, see near and far and distinguish color and peripheral vision, handle hot and cold weather, work in dusty and noisy conditions, and lift up to 50 pounds. Applicants 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 railroad safety services and training. Its services cover the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. NRSS states that safety is a core value and that employees must always prioritize it: no job is so urgent that it cannot be done safely.

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 the Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department is preferred.
• Skilled in 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, potentially months at a time.
• Ability to complete required federal, client, and company training.
• Must communicate clearly in English in speaking, reading, and writing.
• Must be willing to travel or drive long distances.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and walk on uneven ground.
• Must have near, far, color, and peripheral vision.
• Must be able to work in 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 and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities at the job site.
• Communicate 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED