Railroad Flagger
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onGeorge Drive, Rolling Acres, Montgomery County, Alabama, 36043, United States
About the Company
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE/WBE firm and the most trusted name in the railroad industry for providing qualified field safety staff and safety training. With a proven safety record, NRSS delivers services across the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico to major railroads, smaller rail lines, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors.
Our Safety Commitment
Safety is a core value at NRSS. We operate on the principle that no job is so urgent that it cannot be done safely. Our mission is to ensure the protection of workers, customers, and communities while maintaining leadership in railroad safety.
About the Role
As a Railroad Flagger, you will serve as a critical guardian of safety on active train tracks. This role exists to control train movements and ensure strict adherence to federal safety rules, protecting both the workforce and the public. You will support a diverse range of clients, from Class 1 railroads to state DOT divisions, by coordinating activities at job sites and leading safety briefings.
This is a field-based position requiring significant travel (50% - 85% on average), often involving long periods away from home. You will work in a dynamic environment, navigating extreme weather, dusty and noisy conditions, and uneven terrain. Success in this role demands high organization, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with dispatchers, train crews, and contractors to enforce all railroad, state, and federal regulations.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for this position must successfully pass pre-employment and recurrent background checks, as well as drug and alcohol testing. All new hires are required to complete mandatory classroom training before beginning field duties.
Equal Opportunity
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background.
Work location
Work model: On-site
George Drive, Rolling Acres, Montgomery County, Alabama, 36043, United States
Alabama
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Citrix, Android, English.
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Frequently asked questions about Railroad Flagger at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)
What does a Railroad Flagger at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) do?expand_more
In this Railroad Flagger at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) role, you will communicate clearly with dispatchers, train crews, and contractors; follow and enforce all railroad, state, and federal safety rules; spot and address any rule violations to maintain site safety; and maintain on-track safety following federal regulations.
What are the requirements for this Railroad Flagger role?expand_more
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent; Minimum 2 years of experience with Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; Skilled with basic computer tools including Citrix, email, phone, and texting apps; Comfortable using Android tablets and smartphones; Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety; and Must communicate clearly in English.
Where is the Railroad Flagger role at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) located?expand_more
Railroad Flagger at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is based in George Drive, Rolling Acres, Montgomery County, Alabama, 36043, United States. This is a on-site role.