Railroad Flagger
$52,000–$76,960 year
On-siteCincinnati, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate activities at the job site and communicate clearly with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors. Lead safety briefings before work begins and follow and enforce all railroad, state, and federal rules. Ensure contractors meet training requirements, spot and address any rule violations, and complete daily reports on work activities. Maintain on-track safety following federal regulations while working in a field environment that may involve extreme weather, uneven ground, and lifting up to 50 pounds. This role supports major railroads, smaller rail lines, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors. Candidates must have minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad or similar entity and be willing to travel 50% - 85% of the time.
Required Qualifications
- 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
- Skilled with basic computer tools, including Citrix, email, phone, and texting apps
- Comfortable using Android tablets and smartphones
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety
- Able to build and maintain strong client relationships
- Willing to travel for long periods (even months at a time)
- Able to complete required federal, client, and company training
- Must communicate clearly in English (speaking, reading, and writing)
- Must be willing to travel or drive long distances
- Must be able to stand for long periods and walk on uneven ground
- Must have good vision (near, far, color, and peripheral)
- Must handle extreme weather (hot and cold)
- Must work in dusty and noisy environments
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Any candidate selected for this position must be able to successfully pass pre-employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training
Desired Qualifications
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
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