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Keywords: Assistant Roadmaster, Bridge Inspector, Bridge Manager, Bridge Maintainer, Bridge Supervisor, Division Engineer (DE), Employee In Charge (EIC), Flagger, Flagging, Flagman, Foreman, Foremen, 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. 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.

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<pre><strong>Job Title:</strong> Railroad Flagging <br/><strong>Location:</strong> Milwaukee, WI<br/><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-Time <br/><strong>Reports To:</strong> District Manager <br/><strong>Travel:</strong> Yes, travel is expected for this position (50% - 85% on average). <br/><strong>Compensation:</strong> $25 - $37 based on experience</pre><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p style="line-height:normal">National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Railroad Flagger. This role keeps workers safe on train tracks by controlling train movements and following federal safety rules. The job supports major railroads, smaller rail lines, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors.</p><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Required Experience:</strong> 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.</p><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Job Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li style="line-height:normal">Skilled with basic computer tools, including Citrix, email, phone, and texting apps </li><li style="line-height:normal">Comfortable using Android tablets and smartphones </li><li style="line-height:normal">Highly organized with strong attention to detail </li><li style="line-height:normal">Good verbal and written communication skills </li><li style="line-height:normal">Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety </li><li style="line-height:normal">Able to build and maintain strong client relationships </li><li style="line-height:normal">Willing to travel for long periods (even months at a time)</li><li style="line-height:normal">Able to complete required federal, client, and company training</li></ul><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Job Duties:</strong></p><ul><li style="line-height:normal">Coordinate activities at the job site </li><li style="line-height:normal">Communicate clearly with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors </li><li style="line-height:normal">Lead safety briefings before work begins </li><li style="line-height:normal">Follow and enforce all railroad, state, and federal rules </li><li style="line-height:normal">Ensure contractors meet training requirements </li><li style="line-height:normal">Spot and address any rule violations </li><li style="line-height:normal">Complete daily reports on work activities </li><li style="line-height:normal">Maintain on-track safety following federal regulations</li></ul><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Work Environment: </strong></p><ul><li style="line-height:normal">This job operates in a field environment.</li><li style="line-height:normal">Must communicate clearly in English (speaking, reading, and writing) </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must be willing to travel or drive long distances </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must be able to stand for long periods and walk on uneven ground </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must have good vision (near, far, color, and peripheral) </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must handle extreme weather (hot and cold) </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must work in dusty and noisy environments </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds</li></ul><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li style="line-height:normal">Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance</li><li style="line-height:normal">Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance</li><li style="line-height:normal">Paid Vacation and Holidays</li><li style="line-height:normal">401(k) Retirement Plan</li></ul><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Required Education:</strong> High School Diploma or Equivalent.</p><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Keywords:</strong> Assistant Roadmaster, Bridge Inspector, Bridge Manager, Bridge Maintainer, Bridge Supervisor, Division Engineer (DE), Employee In Charge (EIC), Flagger, Flagging, Flagman, Foreman, Foremen, 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.</p><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Company Profile:</strong> 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 these services in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. NRSS has the proven ability and the proven safety record to handle any project.</p><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Safety Commitment:</strong>All employees at NRSS must always prioritize safety. No job is so urgent that it can't be done safely. Safety is a core value, ensuring the protection of workers, customers, and communities while maintaining leadership in railroad safety.</p><p style="line-height:normal"><strong>Closing Statement:</strong> 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.</p><p><br/><br/><br/></p><br/><br/><b><i>Job Posted by ApplicantPro</i></b><i></i><br/>

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)

Railroad Flagger

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Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. If selected, the incumbent will be required to successfully complete a seven- to eight-week training course including classroom instruction and fieldwork followed by extensive qualifying and on-the-job training associated with the assigned Crew Base.

<p><strong>Your success is a train ride away!</strong></p><p>As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Are you ready to join our team?</strong></p><p>Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.</p><p> </p><div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="margin:0px">Job Summary</h2></div><div><p>Perform duties in an environment requiring physical agility to easily get off/on train equipment, manipulate self between cars, bend, reach, stoop, easily and safely ride the side of trains, and lift a variety of equipment in all types of weather. Report to work on short notice and work weekends and holidays. </p><p>If selected, the incumbent will be required to successfully complete a seven- to eight-week training course including classroom instruction and fieldwork followed by extensive qualifying and on-the-job training associated with the assigned Crew Base. Learn more about the day in the life of a Conductor at Amtrak by watching this video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1clZI-RZGc" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1clZI-RZGc</a>..</p></div></div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="margin:0px">Essential Functions</h2></div><div><ul><li>Works a variety of hours within a 24/7 transportation environment. </li><li>Assists the Conductor in the safe movement of trains by adhering to applicable operating rules/practices. </li><li>Assists the Conductor in the oversight of all on-train employees in service delivery by adhering to the Corporation's service standards. </li><li>Ensures all revenue documents (cash, credit card receipts, proof of payment) are collected/verified in accordance with designated tariffs.</li><li>Ensures safety of passengers and crew by adhering to safety rules. </li><li>Thinks and functions independently utilizing clear and effective verbal communication skills to interact with passengers, crew members, and others jointly responsible for safe and efficient train movements and customer service.</li><li>Works in either a passenger or non-passenger operation (including yard duty and work trains). </li><li>Secures movement orders and ensures clear understanding by operating crew. </li><li>Ensures pre-determined service requests are understood and carried out.</li><li>Maintains understanding of operating characteristics and practices including physical characteristics, safety rules, air brake rules, electrical instructions, equipment trouble-shooting practices, and emergency procedures. </li><li>Physically moves between and around train cars manipulating and lifting heavy air hoses and electrical cables. </li><li>Safely rides the side of train equipment, getting on and off equipment, as required. </li><li>Assists the Conductor in submission of various reports to record movement delays, unusual occurrences, passenger inconveniences, and mechanical defects. </li><li>Assists in boarding and detraining of passengers, baggage, express shipments . </li><li>Makes customer service announcements. </li><li>Provides information about train service to include passenger connections.</li><li>Makes special arrangements in case of service failure.</li><li>Ensures safe and orderly passenger conduct. </li><li>Must demonstrate an understanding of what makes up the elements of quality customer service. </li><li>Must be able to interact and communicate professionally with passengers and co-workers under all types of circumstances. </li><li>Must demonstrate a demeanor and well-groomed appearance that conveys to passengers a sense of competence and complete professionalism. </li><li>Must understand and totally comply with Amtrak’s Uniform & Grooming Standards when engaged in performing passenger service.</li></ul></div></div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="margin:0px">Minimum Qualifications</h2></div><div><ul><li>Some work experience exhibiting responsibility, initiative, and other leadership characteristics.</li><li>Two years of full-time verifiable work history OR 2 years of full-time verifiable college work OR a combination of the two, equating a total of 2 years</li><li>Satisfactory attendance and safe work record.</li><li>Must have a current valid driver’s license</li><li>Must live within 2 hours of Crew Base.</li><li>Applicants for this position will be expected to lift 50lbs and meet the criteria for vision, color vision, and hearing set forth by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) in 49 CFR 242.</li></ul></div></div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="margin:0px">Preferred Qualifications</h2></div><div><ul><li>Some leadership/supervisory experience.</li><li>Some experience in a customer service role that includes cash handling, as well as a work history demonstrating the ability to adapt to variable work hours.</li><li>Some mechanical experience/knowledge. </li></ul></div></div><div style="border:1px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="margin:0px">Communications and Interpersonal Skills</h2></div><div><ul><li>Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li></ul></div></div></div><p>The hourly range is <strong> $24.38 – $24.38 </strong> (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about our benefits offerings <a href="https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.amtrak.com%2Fcontent%2FBenefits%2F%3Flocale%3Den_US&data=05%7C01%7CDeborah.Share%40amtrak.com%7C0a39d6d52c264e77aef108dab90325d3%7C6197edc201c04b2489198f827d5c4dfa%7C0%7C0%7C638025720410506269%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xVu%2FMiDV5kpuIQTV5F9Cs0fmwX2brqxBrSJ3%2Bvuc50I%3D&reserved=0" rel="nofollow"><strong>here</strong></a>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Requisition ID:</strong>166389<br/><strong>Posting Location(s):</strong>Wisconsin<strong></strong></p><p><strong>Relocation Offered:</strong>No <br/><strong>Travel Requirements:</strong>Up to 100% <br/><br/><strong>You power our progress through your performance.</strong></p><p>We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.</p><p><br/>Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.</p><p> </p><p>Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.</p><p><br/>In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.</p><p> </p><p>In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.</p><p><br/>Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.</p><p> </p><p>Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.</p>

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