Railroad Safety Flagger CPKC North

RailPros•, MI

66d•$20 - $30

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 provides on-track safety in controlled and non-controlled track areas. The position is based in Michigan and includes 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. Employees are eligible for daily meal and hotel per diems and mileage reimbursement for billable workdays. The position requires physical handling of signs, derails, and other equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, potentially multiple times throughout the day. The employee participates in recurring safety classes and qualification training and must maintain communication with supervisors and managers about assignments and schedules. The listed hourly salary range is $20.00–$30.00.

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 the on-track safety training and qualifications required for roadway workers.
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.
CP 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 job-site protection on 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 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 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-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, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Daily meal and hotel per diems and mileage reimbursement for billable workdays.