Railroad Flagger

NRSS•Lewiston, ME

1d•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 Lewiston, Maine, and requires travel, averaging 50%–85%; employees must be willing to travel or drive long distances, including for extended periods that may last months. The position operates in a field environment. The Railroad Flagger coordinates job-site activities, communicates with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors, conducts safety briefings, enforces applicable rules, and maintains on-track safety under federal regulations. The role also ensures contractors meet training requirements, addresses rule violations, and completes daily work reports. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of relevant railroad-industry experience. Selected candidates must successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
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; preferably within the Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department.
Basic computer skills, including use of Citrix, email, phone, and texting apps.
Comfort using Android tablets and smartphones.
Strong organization and attention to detail.
Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly in English by speaking, reading, and writing.
Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety.
Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
Willingness to travel for long periods, potentially for months at a time, and drive long distances.
Ability to complete required federal, client, and company training.
Ability to stand for long periods and walk on uneven ground.
Good near, far, color, and peripheral vision.
Ability to work in extreme hot and cold weather and in dusty and noisy environments.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

Nice To Haves

Relevant railroad-industry experience preferably within the 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.
Spot and address rule violations.
Complete daily reports on work activities.
Maintain on-track safety in accordance with federal regulations.