Railroad Safety Flagger UP South

RailPros•, NM

3d•$20 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

RailPros is seeking a Railroad Safety Flagger (Roadway Worker in Charge - RWIC) to provide on-site roadway worker protection for activities on and around live railroad tracks. This role involves job site coordination, dispatcher/train communication, and ensuring On-Track Safety in controlled and non-controlled track areas. The company is committed to a people-first culture, prioritizing employee safety, well-being, and growth, while innovating to solve customer challenges in the rail and transit industry.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
A minimum of 2 years in Maintenance in Way (MOW) and/or Trade Yard & Engine (TY&E).
Able to complete required physical demands and/or tasks.
Able to effectively warn roadway workers of the approach of trains.
Understand the on-track safety training and qualification required of the roadway workers to be protected.
Proficient in radio procedures for communicating between RWIC/EIC’s and assigned work group.
Proficient in performing a job briefing with all roadway workers within their work location.
Able to place railroad advance warning and stop signs.
Able to install a railroad derail and apply locking device.
Proficiency with electronic communications including email and text, as well as standard office applications (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite).
UP- South On-Track Worker and Operating Rules certification.

Responsibilities

Provide required jobsite protection, error-free and consistent with rules, including radio communication with train dispatchers and engineers.
Ensure work groups are clear of limits during train movements and grant permission for trains and on-track equipment to proceed through limits.
Perform daily job briefings with all personnel on the job site and ensure adherence to railroad safety requirements.
Prepare and submit required electronic forms, including job set-up forms, daily work reports, invoices, and other reports.
Handle and place signs, derails, and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds.
Actively participate in routine safety classes and qualification training.
Maintain a high level of communication with RWIC supervisors and managers regarding assignments and schedules.
Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.
Uphold the organization’s standards of integrity, accountability, and respect.
Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned or required to meet business needs.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage).
Additional Coverage Plans (Accident plan, critical illness plan, and hospital indemnity with employee to family coverage).
Legal Shield, ID Shield, Pet Insurance.
Life & Disability Insurance (Employer provided coverage with additional voluntary options available).
401(k) plan with employer match.
Paid Time Off (PTO) with carryover each year.
Paid Holidays for full-time employees.
Wellness Programs.
Discount Programs.
Company Merchandise Allowance.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer match.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA).
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for dependent care expenses.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
Professional Development opportunities.
Balanced Work Environment.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Professional & Career Growth opportunities (mentorship, continuous training, career path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning).
Culture & Recognition programs (Employee spotlights, annual Service Excellence Awards, alignment committee, philanthropy opportunities, company events, monthly new hire calls, monthly newsletters, feedback surveys, and quarterly town halls).