Railroad Flagger

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Peoria, IL

11d•$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. This is a full-time field position based in Peoria, Illinois, with expected travel averaging 50%–85%; travel may involve long periods away, including months at a time. Compensation is $28–$37 based on experience. The position reports to the District Manager. The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two 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, preferably in a Maintenance Of Way (MOW) department. Candidates must complete required federal, client, and company training and successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training. Work takes place in a field environment. The employee must communicate clearly in English, travel or drive long distances, stand for long periods, walk on uneven ground, work in hot and cold weather and dusty and noisy environments, and lift up to 50 pounds. Good near, far, color, and peripheral vision is required. NRSS states that safety is a core value and that employees must prioritize safety at all times.

Requirements

At least two 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.
High school diploma or equivalent.
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 clear communication 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 months at a time, and drive long distances.
Able to complete required federal, client, and company training.
Able to successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
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.

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 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.