Railroad Safety Flagger BNSF West

Job Summary

The Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC) position will perform on‑site roadway worker protection for activities on and around live railroad tracks and is responsible for job site coordination, dispatcher/train communication, and various types of on‑track safety in controlled and non‑controlled track areas.

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

• Provide the required jobsite protection on each assignment, accurate and consistent with the rules; including radio communication with train dispatchers and engineers, ensuring work groups are clear of limits during train movements, granting permission for trains and on‑track equipment to proceed through limits.
• Perform daily job briefings with all personnel on the job site and ensure all personnel adhere to the safety requirements of the railroad.
• Prepare and submit required electronic forms including job set‑up forms for each flagging assignment, daily work reports, invoices, and other reports as required.
• Handle and place signs, derailers, and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, which may be necessary multiple times throughout the day.
• Actively participate in routine reoccurring safety classes and qualification training.
• Maintain a high level of communication with the RWIC supervisors and managers regarding the various assignments and schedules.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture, free from behaviors that undermine morale, productivity, or organizational values.
• Uphold the organization’s standards of integrity, accountability, and respect in all duties and interactions.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned or required to meet the business needs.

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. Candidates are eligible to receive daily per diem for meals and hotels, plus mileage reimbursement for all billable days worked.

• Able to complete required physical demands and/or tasks.
• Able to effectively warn roadway workers of the approach of trains.
• Understand the on‑track safety training and qualification required of the roadway workers to be protected.
• Proficient in the radio procedure for communicating between RWIC/EIC’s and assigned work group.
• Proficient in performing a job briefing with all roadway workers within their work location.
• Able to place railroad advance warning and stop signs.
• Able to install a railroad derailer and apply locking device.
• Proficiency with electronic communications including e‑mail and text as well as standard office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a RWIC with BNSF OR 15+ years of service 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 requirements is mandatory for continued employment.

• Comprehensive Health Insurance:
  Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional Coverage Plans:
  Accident plan, critical illness plan, and hospital indemnity with employee to family coverage.
• Legal Shield, d, Pet Insurance:
  Added protection for you…and your pets.
• Life & Disability Insurance:
  Employer provided coverage with additional voluntary options available.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer match includes pre and post deduction options.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with carryover each year.
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