Roadway Worker In Charge; RWIC

Roadway Worker In Charge

Location: Crescent City, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Hourly;
Non-Exempt
Reports To: District Manager
Travel: Yes, 50% - 85% on average
Supervisory Responsibility: No
Compensation: Negotiable, based on skills and experience

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE/WBE firm focused on providing safety services to the railroad industry. NRSS is the most trusted name in the railroad industry for qualified field safety staff and safety training, serving 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, as well as Railroad Suppliers, Contractors, and Consultants.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

• Minimum 2 years of experience 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:
  Ability to consider a variety of issues that exist in the workplace and change from one task to another as necessary.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Ability to analyze and synthesize information to understand issues, identify options, and support sound decision making.
• Attention to Detail:
  Conscientious, consistent, thorough manner, and attend to details while pursuing quality when accomplishing tasks.
• Communication:
  Clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to employees/clients.
• Customer Service Focus:
  Provide service excellence to internal and/or external clients.
• Decision Making:
  Identify and understand issues, problems, opportunities and take appropriate action based on available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
• Initiative:
  Identify what needs to be done and take action before being asked.
• Innovativeness:
  Devise new plans for quality excellence.
• Knowledge:
  Navigate various rulebooks and/or regulations and demonstrate mastery.
• Organization:
  Maintain materials and/or records in a clean and 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 that one's work is complete and accurate.

• Proficient computer skills in basic email, phone, and text message applications.
• Proficient computer skills in Android OS; on tablet & smart phone.
• Proficient computer skills 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 of time; 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 applicable railroads.

This job operates in a field environment.

• Must be able to hear, speak, read, and write clearly in English.
• Must be able to drive long distances and/or travel by other modes as necessary.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and/or walk on…