Railroad Safety Flagger Canadian National

RailPros•, LA

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 involves coordinating job sites, communicating with dispatchers and train crews, and arranging on-track safety in controlled and non-controlled track areas. The position is based in Louisiana and requires extensive travel across Alabama, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee, including frequent overnight stays. Daily per diems are available for meals and hotels, and mileage is reimbursed for billable days worked. The successful candidate will provide safe, rules-compliant protection for assigned work groups, conduct job briefings, complete electronic documentation, and handle railroad signs, derails, and related equipment. The role requires frequent communication with supervisors and managers, ongoing safety training, and the ability to meet the job’s physical demands. RailPros describes its workplace as people-first, collaborative, and committed to employee growth, safety, inclusion, and service excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least 2 years of experience in Maintenance of Way (MOW) and/or Trade Yard & Engine (TY&E).
Ability to meet the required physical demands and tasks.
Ability to effectively warn roadway workers when trains are approaching.
Understanding of the on-track safety training and qualifications required for roadway workers.
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 across the listed states, including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

Provide required, error-free jobsite protection consistent 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 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, potentially multiple times a day.
Participate in recurring safety classes and qualification training.
Communicate regularly 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.

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 Account with employer match.
Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement.
Flexible Spending Account for dependent care expenses.
Employee Assistance Programs.
Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Daily per diems for meals and hotels and mileage reimbursement for billable days worked.
Mentorship, career path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning.
Employee recognition, philanthropy opportunities, company events, and other culture and engagement programs.