Railroad Safety Flagger BNSF North

Location: California

Education Level

GED## Description
*
* 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.

We believe that when our people thrive, our company thrives. 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.

Apply now and become a part of our exciting journey!
** Travel Requirements:
** This position requires routine and extensive travel across the following states:
** Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin,
** and
** Wyoming**. Candidates must be
** willing and able to travel frequently**,including
** overnight stays**, in alignment with project scheduled and business needs.
*
* Job Summary:

** The
** Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC)
** will be responsible for providing
** on-site roadway worker protection
** for activities on and around
** 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.## Qualifications
** 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  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**).
** BNSF

Qualifications:

**
* ** High school diploma
** or…