Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Railroad Flagger will perform on-site roadway worker protection for activities on and around live railroad tracks and are responsible for job site coordination, dispatcher/train communication and various types of On-Track Safety in controlled and non-controlled track areas. Job locations will range across the state of Pennsylvania.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide the required jobsite protection on each assignment, error free and consistent with the rules; including but not limited to radio communication with train dispatchers and engineers, ensuring work groups are clear of limits during train movements, granting permission for trains and on-track equipment to proceed through limits
• Perform daily job briefings with all personnel on the job site and ensure all personnel adhere to the safety requirements of the railroad
• Prepare and submit required electronic forms including but not limited to: a job set-up form for each flagging assignment, daily work reports, invoices, and other reports as required
• Handle and place signs, derail and other tools and equipment weighing 15 to 90 pounds, which may be necessary multiple times throughout the day
• Actively participate in routine reoccurring safety classes and qualification training
• Maintain a high level of communication with the RWIC supervisors and managers regarding the various assignments and schedules
• Other duties assigned or required to meet their business needs

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Able to complete required physical demands and/or task
• Able to effectively warn roadway workers of the approach of trains
• Understand the on-track safety training and qualification required of the roadway workers to be protected
• Proficient in the radio procedure for communicating between RWIC/EIC’s (Employee in Charge) and assigned work group
• Proficient in performing a job briefing with all the roadway workers within their work location.
• Able to place railroad advance warning and stop signs
• Able to install a railroad derail and apply locking device
• Proficiency with electronic communications including e-mail and text as well as standard office applications (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite)

Required Education and Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• A minimum of 2 years in track and/or construction experience

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 2 - 5 years of track and/or construction experience
• Prior experience working within a railway company
• Training in railway “Track Inspection Guidelines” or equivalent

Additional Qualifications, Certifications, etc.:

• CSX - FCI On-Track Worker, and Operating Rules

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