Railroad Safety Flagger Canadian National

RailPros • , MS

8d • 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 implements on-track safety in controlled and non-controlled track areas. The position is based in Mississippi and requires routine, extensive travel across Alabama, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee, including frequent overnight stays. Daily per diems for meals and hotels and mileage reimbursement are available for billable workdays.

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 role.
• 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.
• Proficiency in conducting job briefings with roadway workers at the work location.
• Ability to place railroad advance warning and stop signs, 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 jobsite protection for each assignment in accordance with applicable 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 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 equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, potentially multiple times during the day.
• Participate in recurring safety classes and qualification training.
• Communicate with RWIC supervisors and managers about assignments and schedules.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, 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 by 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) 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 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, and career-growth opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Mentorship, career-path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning.
• Employee recognition, philanthropy opportunities, company events, and opportunities to provide feedback.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED