Railroad Flagger - Field Safety Lead (Heavy Travel)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS); Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Railroad Flagger to help keep workers safe on train tracks by coordinating train movements and enforcing federal safety rules. The role supports major railroads, regional lines, transit systems, state projects, and contractors.

The candidate should have at least 2 years of Class 1 railroad experience, be highly organized, and willing to travel 50–85% on average. This full-time position reports to the District Manager in Scranton, PA.

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.
• Willingness to travel for long periods (even months at a time).
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships; strong communication skills; familiarity with railroad safety rules.

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

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Citrix

Email apps

Android devices

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Railroad Flagger to help keep workers safe on train tracks by coordinating train movements and enforcing federal safety rules. The role supports major railroads, regional lines, transit systems, state projects, and contractors.

The candidate should have at least 2 years of Class 1 railroad experience, be highly organized, and willing to travel 50–85% on average. This full-time position reports to the District Manager in Scranton, PA.