Railroad Safety Flagger Western Region

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.

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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.

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Travel Requirements:

This position requires routine and extensive travel across the following states: Arizona, California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington. Candidates must be willing and able to travel frequently, including overnight stays, in alignment with project schedules and business needs.

Job Summary:

The Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC) is responsible for ensuring on-site roadway worker protection for activities conducted on or near live railroad tracks. This role requires precise job site coordination, clear dispatcher/train communication, and consistent application of On-Track Safety procedures across both controlled and non-controlled track areas.

This position involves extensive travel throughout multiple states to support field operations and project assignments. Candidates must be adaptable to changing work environments and schedules while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Jobsite Protection: Ensure accurate and error-free jobsite protection for each assignment. 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 Briefings: Conduct daily job briefings with all personnel on-site, ensuring compliance with railroad safety requirements.
• Documentation: Prepare and submit required electronic forms, including job set-up forms for each flagging assignment, daily work reports, invoices, and other necessary reports.
• Tool Handling: Handle and place signs, derail, and other tools and equipment weighing between 15 to 90 pounds as needed throughout the day.
• Safety Training: Actively participate in routine safety classes and qualification training.
• Communication: Maintain high levels of communication with RWIC supervisors and managers regarding assignments and schedules.
• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned to meet business needs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to meet physical demands and perform required tasks effectively.
• Capability to warn roadway workers of approaching trains.
• Understanding of on-track safety training and qualification required for roadway workers.
• Proficiency in radio procedures for communication between RWIC/EICs (Employee in Charge) and work groups.
• Competence in conducting job briefings with roadway workers at their work location.
• Ability to place railroad advance warning and stop signs.
• Skill in installing a railroad derail and applying the locking device.
• Proficiency with electronic communications, including email, text, and standard office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a RWIC while employed by a Class I or Class II freight railroad.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful outcome of pre-employment and recurring background checks, and drug and alcohol testing, as well as classroom and field training, including assessments. Successful completion of all onboarding and recurring training…