Roadway Worker In Charge; RWIC

Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)

Location: Baker City, OR

Job Type: Full‑Time and Part‑Time

FLSA Status: Hourly;
Non‑Exempt

Reports To: District Manager

Travel: Yes, travel is expected (50%‑85% on average)

Supervisory Responsibility: No

Compensation: Negotiable based on skills and experience

Salary: $23.00 – $37.00 per hour

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE/WBE firm focused on providing safety services to the railroad industry. NRSS offers qualified field safety staff and safety training across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.

NRSS is seeking a Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC) to support railroad flagging services for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOTs, Railroad Suppliers, Contractors and Consultants.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum 2 years with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; preferably within the Maintenance of Way (MOW) Department.

• Accountability:
  Accept full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member.
• Adaptability & Flexibility:
  Consider a range of issues and shift tasks as necessary.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Analyze and synthesize information to understand issues, identify options, and support decision making.
• Attention to Detail:
  Work conscientiously, consistently, and thoroughly, attending to details while pursuing quality.
• Communication:
  Convey information and ideas clearly through a variety of media to employees and clients.
• Customer Service Focus:
  Provide service excellence to internal and/or external clients.
• Decision Making:
  Identify and understand issues, problems, opportunities; take appropriate action based on facts and constraints.
• Initiative:
  Identify what needs to be done and take action before being asked.
• Innovativeness:
  Devise new plans for quality excellence.
• Knowledge:
  Navigate rulebooks and regulations and demonstrate mastery.
• Organization:
  Maintain materials and records in a clean, ordered manner.
• Planning:
  Plan and prioritize workload to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks.
• Stress Tolerance:
  Maintain stable performance under pressure or opposition.
• Teamwork:
  Promote cooperation and commitment within a team environment to achieve goals and deliverables.
• Thoroughness:
  Ensure work is complete and accurate.

• Proficient computer skills in basic email, phone, and text message applications.
• Proficient in Android OS on tablet and smartphone.
• Proficient in Citrix Applications.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge in Railroad Engineering, Railroad Design, Railroad Construction, and Safety.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail; well organized.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ability to travel for extended periods; sometimes months at a time.
• Ability to successfully complete Federal, Client, and/or Company Specific Training.

• Provide jobsite coordination.
• Provide clear and concise communication with Dispatchers, Train Crews, other Railroad Personnel, and/or Contractor personnel.
• Provide clear, concise, and thorough job briefings with all personnel on each job site.
• Enforce all Railroad, State and Federal Policies.
• Identify rule violations and resolve in accordance with Railroad, State and Federal Policies.
• Enforce Contractor training requirements.
• Submit daily field reports detailing Contractor and/or Railroad activities.
• Provide On‑Track Safety in accordance with 49 CFR 214 Federal Regulations for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOT Rail Divisions, Railroad Suppliers, Railroad Contractors, and/or Railroad Consultants.

This job operates in a field environment.

• Must hear, speak, read and write clearly in English.
• Must drive long distances and/or travel by other modes as necessary.
• Must stand for long periods and/or walk on level/uneven ground.
• Must see up close, at distances, colors and have use of peripheral vision and depth…