Railroad Safety Flagger Amtrak

Location: California

Education Level

GED## Description
*
* Who WE are:

** Rail Pros is the
** premier provider
** of engineering and diversified safety services to
** America’s rail and transit industry**. Driven by a
** passion
* * for our people, clients, and communities, we are committed to solving our customers’ challenges and earning their trust through
** teamwork, continuous improvement, and service excellence**. As a
** people-first organization**, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our employees, fostering a culture of
** caring and support**. We believe that when our people thrive, our company thrives.

Our mission is to
** enhance mobility, safety, and quality of life
** for residents, passengers, and partner companies. We do more than just provide services – we are constantly
** innovating
* * and staying abreast of industry developments to help our customers succeed.
** Join us
** in our shared goal of
** keeping America moving
** and ensuring customer satisfaction in an environment where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged.
** Apply now
** and become a part of our
** exciting journey**!
*
* Job Summary:

** The
** Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC)
** position involves providing
** on-site roadway worker protection
** for activities around live
** railroad tracks**. As an RWIC, you will be responsible for
** job site coordination**,
** dispatcher/train communication**, and various forms of
** On-Track Safety
** in both controlled and non-controlled track areas.
*
* Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

**
* ** Jobsite Protection:
** Deliver required protection for each assignment, ensuring error-free compliance with 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.
* ** Daily Briefings:
** Conduct daily
** job briefings
** with all personnel on-site to ensure adherence to railroad
** safety requirements**.
* ** Documentation:
** Prepare and submit electronic forms such as
** job set-up forms**,
** daily work reports**,
** invoices**, and other required reports.
* ** Tool Handling:
** Handle and place signs,
** derail**, and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, as needed.
* ** Safety Training:
** Actively participate in routine
** safety classes
** and
** qualification training**.
* ** Communication:
** Maintain a high level of
** communication
* * with RWIC supervisors and managers regarding assignments and schedules.
* ** Additional Duties:
** Perform other tasks as assigned to meet business needs.## Qualifications
** Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
*** Ability to meet the
** physical demands
** of the role and effectively warn roadway workers of
** approaching trains**.
* Understanding of
** on-track safety training
** and qualification requirements.
* Proficiency in
** radio procedures
** for communication with RWIC/EICs (Employee in Charge) and work groups.
* Competence in conducting
** job briefings
** and placing  and
** stop signs**.
* Capability to install a
** railroad derail
** and apply the
** locking device**.
* Proficiency with
** electronic communications**, including email and text, and standard office applications (e.g.,
** Microsoft Office Suite**).
** Required

Education and Experience:

**
* ** High school diploma
** or equivalent (GED).
* Minimum of
** 3 years of Class 1 Railroad experience**, preferably within the
** Maintenance of Way (MOW)
** department.
** Preferred

Education and Experience:

*** 3 to 5 years of
** railroad track maintenance
** experience.
* Prior experience with a
** railway company**.
* Training in
** railway Track Inspection Guidelines
** or equivalent.
** Additional Qualifications, Certifications, etc.:
*** Certification in
** Amtrak Roadway Worker Protection
** and
** Operating Rules
** is preferred.
* ** Professional Growth:
** Opportunities for career development and advancement within the railroad industry, offering valuable experience in
** railway operations
** and
** safety management**.
* ** Impactful Role:
** Play a critical role in ensuring the
** safety
* * and
** protection
* * of railway work zones, impacting worker…