Roadway Worker In Charge; RWIC

Job Title: Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Job Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Reports To: District Manager

Travel: Yes, travel is expected (50%-85% on average)

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 providing qualified field safety staff and safety training across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Support railroad flagging services for Class 1 Railroads, regional short lines, transit systems, state DOTs, and railroad suppliers, contractors, and consultants.

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Minimum 2 years with a Class 1 Railroad, regional short line, transit system, state DOT rail division, or railroad supplier/contractor/consultant; preferably within MOW department.

• Accountability:
  Accept full responsibility for self and team contributions.
• Adaptability & Flexibility:
  Ability to consider a variety of issues and shift tasks as necessary.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Analyze and synthesize information to understand issues and support sound decision making.
• Attention to Detail:
  Work conscientiously, consistently, and thoroughly, attending to details while pursuing quality.
• Communication:
  Clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to employees and clients.
• Customer Service Focus:
  Provide service excellence to internal and/or external clients.
• Decision Making:
  Identify issues, problems, and opportunities, taking appropriate action based on facts and constraints.
• Initiative:
  Identify what needs to be done and act before being asked.
• Innovativeness:
  Devise new plans for quality excellence.
• Knowledge:
  Navigate various rulebooks and regulations with mastery.
• Organization:
  Maintain materials and records in a clean and orderly manner.
• Planning:
  Plan and prioritize workload to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks.
• Stress Tolerance:
  Maintain stable performance under pressure or ambiguity.
• Teamwork:
  Promote cooperation and commitment within a team environment to achieve goals.
• Thoroughness:
  Ensure work is complete and accurate.

• Proficient computer skills in basic email, phone, and text message applications.
• Proficient computer skills in Android OS on tablet and smartphone.
• 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 Class 1 Railroads, regional short lines, transit systems, state DOT rail divisions, railroad suppliers, contractors, and/or consultants.

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 level/uneven ground.
• Must be able to see up close, at distances, colors and have use of peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Must be able to tolerate extreme heat and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to…