Railroad Flagger - Field Safety Lead (Heavy Travel)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Ins.

Short-Term, Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation and Holidays00

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) in Los Angeles, CA is hiring a Railroad Flagger to keep workers safe on train tracks by controlling train movements and following federal safety rules.

This role supports major railroads, smaller rail lines, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors. You will travel frequently (50–85% on average) and must be highly organized with strong communication skills to coordinate with dispatchers, train crews, and contractors while

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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities at the job site.
• Communicate clearly with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors.
• Lead safety briefings before work begins.
• Follow and enforce all railroad, state, and federal rules.
• Ensure contractors meet training requirements.
• Spot and address any rule violations.
• Complete daily reports on work activities.
• Maintain on-track safety following federal regulations.

Skills

Basic computer tools

Android tablet usage

Strong communication

Organization and attention to detail

Travel readiness

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Citrix

Email

Phone

Texting apps

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) in Los Angeles, CA is hiring a Railroad Flagger to keep workers safe on train tracks by controlling train movements and following federal safety rules.

This role supports major railroads, smaller rail lines, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors. You will travel frequently (50–85% on average) and must be highly organized with strong communication skills to coordinate with dispatchers, train crews, and contractors while