About the Role
National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC) to support railroad flagging services for a variety of clients including Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOT's, Railroad Suppliers, Contractors, and Consultants.
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.
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- Proficient computer skills in basic email, phone, and text message applications.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- 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.
- 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 tolerate extreme heat/cold temperatures.
- Must be able to tolerate dusty/noisy conditions.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to successfully pass pre-employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.
Skills
- Basic email
- Phone communication
- Text message applications
- Oral communication
- Written communication
- Client relationship management
- On-Track Safety
- Federal Regulations
- Railroad Safety
Location
- New London, CT
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Hourly
Experience Level
- 2 years minimum experience
Education Level
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $25 to $37 based on skills and experience
About the Company
- 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.
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
