Railroad Flagger

Job Title and Location

Job Title:

Railroad Flagging –

Location:

Baltimore, MD – Type:
Full-Time –

Reports to:

District Manager – Travel: 50–85% expected on average.

Compensation: $25–$37 per hour based on experience.

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Railroad Flagger. This role keeps workers safe on train tracks by controlling train movements and following federal safety rules.

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.

• Skilled with basic computer tools, including Citrix, email, phone, and texting apps.
• Comfortable using Android tablets and smartphones.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety.
• Able to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Willing to travel for long periods (even months at a time).
• Able to complete required federal, client, and company training.

• Coordinate activities at the job site.
• Communicate clearly with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors.
• Lead safety briefings before work begins.
• Follow and enforce all railroad, state, and federal rules.
• Ensure contractors meet training requirements.
• Spot and address any rule violations.
• Complete daily reports on work activities.
• Maintain on-track safety following federal regulations.

• This job operates in a field environment.
• Must communicate clearly in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Must be willing to travel or drive long distances.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and walk on uneven ground.
• Must have good vision (near, far, color, and peripheral).
• Must handle extreme weather (hot and cold).
• Must work in dusty and noisy environments.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Any candidate selected for this position must successfully pass pre‑employment and recurrent background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and classroom training.