Roadway Worker In Charge; RWIC
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Transportation
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Engineering
Railroad
Overview
Job Title : Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)
Location : Worcester, MA
Job Type : Full-Time and Part-Time
FLSA Status : Hourly;
Non-Exempt
Reports To : District Manager
Travel : Yes, travel is expected for this position (50% - 85% on average).
Supervisory Responsibility :
No
Compensation : Negotiable, based on skills and experience.
Company Profile :
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE / WBE firm primarily 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. To best serve the railroad industry, NRSS provides all of these services in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.
NRSS has the proven ability and the proven safety record to handle any project. Find the safety you have been missing today!
Job Description :
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC) to support railroad flagging services for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOT's, as well as Railroad Suppliers, Contractors, and Consultants alike.
Responsibilities- 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, Railroad Contractors, and / or Railroad Consultants.
Job Requirements :
- Proficient computer skills in basic email, phone, and text message applications.
- Proficient computer skills in Android OS; on tablet & smart phone.
- 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 month(s) at a time.
- Ability to successfully complete Federal, Client, and / or Company Specific Training.
- Required Education : High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Required Experience : Minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and / or Railroad Consultant; preferably within the Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department.
- 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, Railroad Contractors, and / or Railroad Consultants.
This job operates in a field environment.
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- 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…
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