Railroad Safety Flagger MTA

Description

• Handling Equipment: Manage and place signs, derails, and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, as needed throughout the day.
• Impactful Role: Critical role in ensuring the safety and protection of railway work zones, directly impacting the well-being of railroad workers and the efficiency of project operations.
• Communication: Maintain high-level communication with RWIC supervisors and managers regarding assignments and schedules.
• Documentation: Prepare and submit required electronic forms, such as job set-up forms for flagging assignments, daily work reports, invoices, and other necessary reports.
• Safety Classes: Actively participate in routine safety classes and qualification training.
• Jobsite Protection: Provide the required protection on each assignment, ensuring error-free and rule-compliant operations. This includes radio communication with train dispatchers and engineers, ensuring work groups are clear of limits during train movements, and granting permission for trains and on-track equipment to proceed through limits.
• Daily Job Briefings: Conduct daily briefings with all job site personnel and ensure adherence to railroad safety requirements.

Requirements

• Capability to warn roadway workers of approaching trains.
• Industry Exposure: Exposure to various aspects of railroad operations, safety standards, and regulatory compliance, offering a dynamic and enriching experience in the railway field.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Understanding of on-track safety training and qualification required for roadway workers.
• Proficiency in radio procedures for communication between RWIC/EICs (Employee in Charge) and work groups.
• Skill in installing a railroad derail and applying the locking device.
• Ability to place railroad advance warning and stop signs.
• Minimum of 1 year of railroad experience.
• Ability to meet physical demands and perform required tasks effectively.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful outcome of pre-employment and recurring background checks, and drug and alcohol testing, as well as classroom and field training, including assessments. Successful completion of all onboarding and recurring training requirements is mandatory for continued employment.
• Competence in conducting job briefings with roadway workers at their work location.
• Proficiency with electronic communications, including email, text, and standard office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Initiatives designed to support a balanced and fulfilling work life.
• Legal ID, Shield ID, Pet Insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous paid time off.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Employer-funded.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and development within the railroad industry, gaining valuable experience in railway operations and safety management.
• Collaborative Environment: Supportive work environment that fosters collaboration, allowing RWICs to work with diverse teams and contribute to railway project success while gaining industry knowledge.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA): With employer match.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career growth.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): For dependent care expenses.
• Additional Coverage Plans: Accident plan, critical illness plan, and hospital indemnity with employee-to-family coverage.
• Discount Programs: Exclusive discounts on products and services.
• Company Merchandise Allowance: Company-funded allowance for our online store.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid with additional voluntary options available.
• Wellness Programs: Access to various wellness initiatives and resources.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance