Railroad Safety Flagger CPKC North
About The Position
RailPros is hiring a full-time 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 dispatchers and train crews, and implements on-track safety in controlled and non-controlled track areas. The position is based in Illinois and involves extensive travel across Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Vermont, and Wisconsin, with possible additional travel in the Northern Region. Frequent travel and overnight stays may be required. Daily per diems for meals and hotels and mileage reimbursement are available for billable days worked. The role requires physical work, including handling signs, derails, and other equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, potentially multiple times a day. The employee participates in recurring safety classes and qualification training and maintains communication with RWIC supervisors and managers about assignments and schedules. RailPros describes itself as a people-first organization focused on safety, employee growth, teamwork, continuous improvement, and service excellence.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- At least 2 years of track and/or construction experience.
- Ability to meet required physical demands and perform the tasks of the position.
- Ability to effectively warn roadway workers of approaching trains.
- Understanding of on-track safety training and the qualifications required of roadway workers being protected.
- Proficiency in radio procedures for communication between RWIC/EICs and assigned work groups.
- Proficiency in conducting 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, in line with project schedules and business needs.
Nice To Haves
- CP On Track Worker and Operating Rules certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide required job-site protection on each assignment in accordance with railroad 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.
- Conduct daily job briefings with all personnel on site and ensure personnel follow railroad safety requirements.
- Prepare and submit electronic job setup forms, daily work reports, invoices, and other required reports.
- 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, and respectful workplace and uphold company standards, policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required to meet business needs.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans, with employee-to-family 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 Account 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 for continued education or professional development.
- Daily per diems for meals and hotels and mileage reimbursement for billable days worked.
- Culture and recognition programs, including employee spotlights, awards, philanthropy opportunities, company events, and feedback forums.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
