Railroad Safety Flagger Canadian National

RailPros•, TN

7d•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 various forms of on-track safety in controlled and non-controlled track areas. The position is based in Tennessee and involves routine, extensive travel across Alabama, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee, including frequent overnight stays. Eligible employees receive daily per diems for meals and hotels and mileage reimbursement for billable days worked.

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).
Able to complete the required physical demands and tasks.
Able to effectively warn roadway workers when trains are approaching.
Understand the on-track safety training and qualifications required of roadway workers being protected.
Proficient in radio procedures for communication between RWIC/EICs and assigned work groups.
Proficient in conducting job briefings with roadway workers at the work location.
Able to place railroad advance warning and stop signs.
Able to install a railroad derail and apply its locking device.
Proficient with electronic communications, including email and text, and standard office applications such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Willing and able 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, ensuring work groups are clear of limits during train movements, and granting permission for trains and on-track equipment to proceed through limits.
Conduct daily job briefings with all jobsite personnel and ensure they follow railroad safety requirements.
Prepare and submit required electronic forms, including job setup forms, daily work reports, invoices, and other reports.
Handle and place signs, derails, and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, potentially multiple times throughout the 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 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 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-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.
Training and career-growth opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education or professional development.
Mentorship, continuous training, career-path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning.
Culture and recognition opportunities, including employee spotlights, service excellence awards, philanthropy opportunities, company events, feedback surveys, and quarterly town halls.
Daily per diems for meals and hotels, plus mileage reimbursement for billable days worked.