Railroad Safety Flagger CN

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 is responsible for on-site
** roadway worker protection
** for activities on and around
** live railroad tracks**. This role involves
** job site coordination**,
** dispatcher/train communication**, and ensuring
** On-Track Safety
** in both controlled and non-controlled track areas.
*
* Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

**
* ** Jobsite Protection:
** Provide the required protection on each assignment, ensuring error-free and rule-compliant operations. This includes
** 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.
* ** Daily Job Briefings:
** Conduct daily briefings with all job site personnel and ensure adherence to railroad safety requirements.
* ** Documentation:
** Prepare and submit required
** electronic forms**, such as job set-up forms for flagging assignments, daily work reports, invoices, and other necessary reports.
* ** Handling Equipment:
** Manage and place signs, derails, and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, as needed throughout the day.
* ** Safety Classes:
** Actively participate in routine
** safety classes
** and
** qualification training**.
* ** Communication:
** Maintain high-level communication with RWIC supervisors and managers regarding assignments and schedules.
* ** Additional Duties:
** Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.## Qualifications
** Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
*** Ability to meet the physical demands of the role.
* Understanding of
** on-track safety training
** and qualification requirements.
* Proficient in
** radio communication
** procedures with RWIC/EICs (Engineers in Charge).
* Capable of conducting job briefings with all roadway workers at their location.
* Ability to place  and
** stop signs**.
* Skilled in installing railroad derails and applying locking devices.
* Proficiency with
** electronic communications**, including email and text, as well as standard office applications (e.g.,
** Microsoft Office Suite**).
** Required

Education and Experience:

**
* ** High school diploma
** or equivalent (GED).
* Minimum of
** 2 years of railroad experience**.
** Preferred

Education and Experience:

*** 2 to 5 years of experience in
** track maintenance**.
* Prior experience working within a
** railway company**.
* Training in
** railway “Track Inspection Guidelines”
** or equivalent.
** Additional Qualifications, Certifications, etc.:**
* ** CN On-Track Worker
** and
** Operating Rules**.
** Why Rail Pros:**
* ** Professional Growth:
** Opportunities for career advancement and development within the railroad industry, gaining valuable experience in railway operations and safety management.
* ** Impactful Role:
** Critical role in ensuring the safety and protection of railway work zones, directly impacting the well-being of railroad workers and the efficiency of project operations.
* ** Collaborative Environment:
** Supportive work…