Railroad Safety Flagger CPKC North

RailPros • , WI

66d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

RailPros is hiring a Railroad Safety Flagger, also described as a Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC), to provide on-site roadway worker protection for activities on and around live railroad tracks. The role coordinates job sites, communicates with train dispatchers and engineers, and establishes various types of on-track safety in controlled and non-controlled track areas. The position is based in Wisconsin and requires routine, extensive travel across Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Vermont, and Wisconsin, with possible periodic travel throughout the Northern Region. Frequent overnight stays may be necessary. Daily per diems for meals and hotels and mileage reimbursement are available for billable days worked.

The role requires carrying and placing railroad signs, derails, and other equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, sometimes multiple times per day. The employee participates in recurring safety classes and qualification training, communicates with RWIC supervisors and managers about assignments and schedules, and completes electronic forms and reports. RailPros describes its culture as people-first, focused on caring, collaboration, continuous improvement, innovation, safety, and employee growth.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 2 years of track and/or construction experience.
• Ability to meet the physical demands and perform the tasks of the role.
• Ability to warn roadway workers effectively of approaching trains.
• Understanding of the on-track safety training and qualifications required for roadway workers being protected.
• Proficiency in radio procedures for communication between RWIC/EICs and assigned work groups.
• Ability to conduct job briefings with roadway workers at the work location.
• Ability to place railroad advance warning and stop signs.
• Ability to install a railroad derail and apply its locking device.
• Proficiency with electronic communications, including email and text, and standard office applications such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including overnight stays, according to project schedules and business needs.

Nice To Haves

• CP On Track Worker and Operating Rules certification/qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide required jobsite protection for each assignment in accordance with railroad rules.
• Communicate by radio 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.
• Conduct daily job briefings with all personnel at the job site and ensure they follow railroad safety requirements.
• Prepare and submit electronic forms and reports, including job setup forms, daily work reports, and invoices.
• Handle and place signs, derails, and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds.
• Participate in recurring safety classes and qualification training.
• Communicate with RWIC supervisors and managers about assignments and schedules.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, respectful workplace and uphold the organization’s standards of integrity, accountability, and respect.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required to meet business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Legal Shield, ID Shield, and pet insurance.
• Employer-provided life and disability insurance, with additional voluntary options.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and pre- and post-deduction options.
• Paid time off with annual carryover.
• Paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Wellness programs and resources.
• Discount programs.
• Company merchandise allowance.
• Health savings accounts with employer match.
• Employer-funded health reimbursement arrangement.
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent-care expenses.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Mentorship, career-path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning.
• Daily per diems for meals and hotels and mileage reimbursement for billable days worked.

What This Job Offers

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