Railroad Safety Flagger UP West
$41,600–$72,800 year
On-siteCalifornia, United States
Job Summary
Provide on-site roadway worker protection for activities on live railroad tracks, including radio communication with train dispatchers, ensuring work groups are clear of limits, and granting permission for trains to proceed. Conduct daily job briefings with all personnel and submit required electronic forms such as job setup forms, daily work reports, and invoices. Handle and place signs, derails, and tools weighing 15 to 90 pounds, while actively participating in routine safety classes and qualification training. Maintain high-level communication with supervisors regarding assignments and schedules, and adhere to all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws. This role requires routine and extensive travel across Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, including overnight stays, with daily per diems and mileage reimbursement for billable days. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, two years of experience in Maintenance in Way or Trade Yard & Engine, and specific UP West On-Track Worker certifications.
Required Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- A minimum of 2 years in Maintenance in Way (MOW) and/or Trade Yard & Engine (TY&E)
- UP - West On-Track Worker and Operating Rules
- Able to complete required physical demands and/or task
- 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 (Employee in Charge) and assigned work group
- Proficient in performing a job briefing with all the roadway workers within their work location
- Able to place railroad advance warning and stop signs
- Able to install a railroad derail and apply locking device
- Proficiency with electronic communications including email and text as well as standard office applications (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite)
- Candidates must be willing and able to travel frequently, including overnight stays, in alignment with project schedules and business needs
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