Travel-Ready Railroad Flagging Lead Field Safety

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Railroad Flagger responsible for maintaining on-track safety and coordinating activities at railway worksites.

The role requires effective communication with dispatchers, train crews, and contractors while adhering to federal safety rules. The position involves substantial travel (50%–85%) to support major railroads, regional lines, transit systems, and state projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, or Railroad Consultant; preferably in the Maintenance Of Way (MOW).
• Must be able to communicate clearly and maintain strong client relationships.
• Willing to travel long periods (months at a time) and complete required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities at the job site and communicate with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors.
• Lead safety briefings before work and enforce all railroad, state, and federal rules.
• Ensure training requirements are met and address any rule violations.
• Complete daily reports on work activities and maintain on-track safety per federal regulations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Client relations

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Citrix

Email

Phone

Texting apps

Android tablets

Smartphones

Job description

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Railroad Flagger responsible for maintaining on-track safety and coordinating activities at railway worksites.

The role requires effective communication with dispatchers, train crews, and contractors while adhering to federal safety rules. The position involves substantial travel (50%–85%) to support major railroads, regional lines, transit systems, and state projects.