Railroad Utility Worker​/Flagman

Position: Railroad Utility Worker / Flagman
Railroad Utility Worker/Flagman

Transdev in Miami, FL is hiring a Railroad Utility Worker/Flagman.

This position will primarily operate heavy rail equipment on and off the tracks and provide flagging. Position will also provide a variety of support in the MOW maintenance and construction areas. This is a Non-Union position.

Transdev is proud to offer:

+ Competitive compensation package of minimum $25.00 per hour ($52,000/year) - Maximum $30.00 per hour ($62,400/year)

Benefits include:

+ Vacation: two (2) weeks

+ Sick days: 5 days

+ Holidays: 11 days; 7 standard (fixed) and 4 floating

+ Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Key Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

+ Must comply with all SFRTA and Transdev rules and policies for safety and operations, and Federal Railroad Administration requirements.

+ Operate specialized heavy equipment on track.

+ Perform routine mechanical maintenance to equipment.

+ Operates equipment on track and drives equipment onto truck trailers.

+ Provide warnings and direct or restrict the movement of trains past a point of track to provide On-Track Safety for Railroad Workers and Contractors on controlled and non-controlled track.

+ Regulate occupancy and/or access by contractors within fouling distance of track at particular work sites in accordance with agency policies and procedures, FRA rules and regulations and Roadway Worker Safety Procedures.

+ Communication skills with radio or cell to agency dispatchers.

+ Control all on-track movements of construction equipment.

+ Document and complete daily reports, of flagging and construction.

+ May be called upon to perform tasks associated with any MOW work assignments.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Track or his designee.

Qualifications:

+ High school diploma or GED equivalent

+ Prefer some Equipment Operations Training

+ Class A CDL required

Skills and Abilities:

+ A minimum of 3 years of relevant flagging or railroad operating experience is preferred.

+ Previous heavy equipment operating experience preferably Railroad experience.

+ Knowledge of safe, efficient use of equipment and tools to perform construction and maintenance tasks.

+ Required to have and maintain a satisfactory driving record

+ Ability to work independently is required

+ Local travel is required

+ Reliable transportation is required

+ FRA 213 Track Inspection Training preferred

+ Promote sand maintains a safe working environment required

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of this position require the ability to:

+ Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions; walk on uneven surfaces sometimes great distances; safety sensitive work environment

+ Frequently climb on/off equipment and climb ladders

+ Use hands to perform activities involving grasping, turning holding and pulling

+ Able to work in conditions with loud noise, work around heavy/ moving machinery/ bend, walk, stand and sit for extended periods of time

+ Available to work a 40-hour work week subject to overtime, on call and alternate shifts that may include weeknights, weekends and holidays.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

* Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).

* Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev:
Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good.

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