Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)

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

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC) to support flagging services for Class 1 Railroads and related entities in the United States. The position requires travel for extended periods (50%–85%) and reports to the District Manager from Cincinnati, OH.

Minimum 2 years of rail experience and a high school diploma are required. Candidates must be proficient with basic email/phone/text usage, have strong communication, and maintain safety compliance

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills for basic email, phone and text messaging.
• 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; travel may be 50%–85%.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Client relations

Travel flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC)
• Location: Cincinnati, OH
• Job Type: Full-Time
• FLSA Status: Hourly; Non-Exempt
• Reports To: District Manager
• Travel: Yes, travel is expected for this position (50% - 85% on average).
• Supervisory Responsibility: No
• Compensation: $25 to $37 based on skills and experience.

Company Profile

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. To best serve the railroad industry, 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. Find the safety you have been missing today!

Job Description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC) to support railroad flagging services for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOT's, as well as Railroad Suppliers, Contractors, and Consultants alike.

Required Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Required Experience

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.

Job Requirements

• 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.

Job Duties

• 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.

Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment.

Physical Demands

• 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.

Keywords

Assistant Division Engineer (ADE), Assistant General Manager (AGM), Assistant Roadmaster, Bridge Inspector, Bridge Manager, Bridge Maintainer, Bridge Supervisor, Division Engineer (DE), Employee In Charge (EIC), Flagger, Flagging, Flagman, Flagmen, Foreman, Foremen, General Manager (GM), Maintenance Of Way (MOW), Manager Track Maintenance (MTM), Manager Track Projects (MTP), Rail, Railroad, Railroad Project Manager, Railway, Railway Project Manager, Roadmaster, Roadway Worker, Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC), Roadway Worker Protection (RWP), Safety, Signal Inspector, Signal Maintainer, Signal Manager, Signal Supervisor, Track Inspector, Track Maintainer, Track Manager, Track Supervisor.

Safety Commitment

All employees of all levels are to remain committed to safety at all times while employed at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS). As such, no job is so important and no service is so urgent that we may not take time to perform all work safely. Simply put, safety is our way of life. By placing safety first, we not only ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities, but we hold true our commitment to being the leader in safety throughout the Railroad Industry.

Closing Statement

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Any candidate selected for this position must be able to successfully pass pre-employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

Salary: $25.00 - $37.00 per hour