Railroad Safety Flagger Canadian National
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 dispatchers and train crews, and provides on-track safety in controlled and non-controlled track areas. The position is full time, based in Illinois, and requires routine, extensive travel across Alabama, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee, including overnight stays as project schedules require. Daily per diems for meals and hotels and mileage reimbursement are available for billable workdays. RailPros describes itself as a people-first provider of engineering and safety services to the rail and transit industry. Its stated culture emphasizes caring, collaboration, continuous improvement, innovation, safety, and employee growth. The position requires physical work handling railroad signs, derails, and other equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, potentially multiple times each day.
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 physical demands and task requirements of the position.
- Ability to effectively warn roadway workers of approaching trains.
- Understanding of the on-track safety training and qualifications required for the roadway workers being protected.
- Proficiency in radio procedures for communicating between RWIC/EIC personnel 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.
- CN On-Track Worker and Operating Rules qualifications or certifications.
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including overnight stays, according to project schedules and business needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide required jobsite protection on each assignment in accordance with railroad rules, including radio communication with train dispatchers and engineers.
- Ensure work groups are clear of track 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 the job site and ensure they follow railroad safety requirements.
- Prepare and submit required electronic forms, including job set-up forms for each flagging assignment, 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.
- Maintain communication with RWIC supervisors and managers about assignments and schedules.
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.
- Uphold organizational 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, with employee-to-family coverage.
- Legal Shield, ID Shield, and pet insurance.
- Employer-provided life and disability insurance, with additional voluntary options.
- 401(k) retirement 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 for products and services.
- Company merchandise allowance.
- Health Savings Account with employer match.
- Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement.
- Flexible Spending Account for dependent care expenses.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education or professional development.
- Mentorship, continuous training, career path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning.
- Daily per diems for meals and hotels and mileage reimbursement for billable days worked.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
