Railroad Safety Flagger CPKC North

RailPros • , IN

67d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC) provides 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.

This position requires routine and extensive travel across Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Vermont, and Wisconsin, with periodic travel elsewhere in the Northern Region. Frequent travel and overnight stays may be required based on project schedules and business needs. Eligible employees receive daily per diems for meals and hotels, plus mileage reimbursement for billable days worked. The role involves handling tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, potentially multiple times per day.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• At least 2 years of track and/or construction experience.
• Ability to meet the physical demands and task requirements of the position.
• Ability to effectively warn roadway workers of approaching trains.
• Understanding of on-track safety training and qualification requirements for roadway workers.
• Proficiency in radio procedures for communication between RWIC/EIC personnel 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide required job-site protection on each assignment in accordance with applicable rules, including radio communication with train dispatchers and engineers, ensuring work groups are clear during train movements, and authorizing trains and on-track equipment to proceed through limits.
• Conduct daily job briefings and ensure all personnel follow railroad safety requirements.
• Prepare and submit electronic forms, including 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.
• Maintain communication with RWIC supervisors and managers about assignments and schedules.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace.
• 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 coverage.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans.
• 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-tax deduction options.
• Paid time off with annual carryover.
• Paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Wellness programs.
• 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 Program.
• Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 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