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Marmon

Tamper Operator - Railway Maintenance

Concord, NC · On-site

$19 - $25.25/hr

Safety-first mindset and knowledge of railway safety protocols (e.g., track protection, flagging ... May require night shifts, weekends, and extended hours during track outages or scheduled ...

Transdev

Railroad Track Equipment Operator

Miami, FL · On-site

$72K/yr

A minimum of 3 years of relevant flagging experience is preferred. * Previous heavy equipment ... include weeknights, weekends and holidays. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable ...

Sun Tran

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Sun Link Rail Supervisor

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$27.36/hr

... rail vehicles; operate track switches and provide hand signals or traffic ... flagging; must be available to work weekends, holidays and evening hours. BENEFITS: Benefits ...

METRO

Light Rail Train Operator Trainee

Houston, TX · On-site

Full-Time LRT Operators shifts vary and may work holidays or weekends. * Operates LRV's in ... Works flagging duties as assigned. * Assists in the acceptance and commissioning of new light rail ...

METRO

Light Rail Train Operator Trainee

Houston, TX

Full-Time LRT Operators shifts vary and may work holidays or weekends. * Operates LRV's in ... Works flagging duties as assigned. * Assists in the acceptance and commissioning of new light rail ...

Sun Tran

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Streetcar Operator

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$20.57/hr

... rail vehicles; operate track switches and provide hand signals or traffic flagging. Must be able to work weekends, holidays and evening hours. BENEFITS: Benefits include health care coverage for ...

OTA

General Laborer

Baltimore, MD · Remote

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

... rail station locations. This position involves performing a wide variety of manual labor duties to ... Perform flagging, barricading, or traffic control duties as required by project operations

Protouch Staffing

Project Manager-Track

Boston, MA

$150K - $240K/yr

Maintain flexibility to work weekends and overtime as required Track Operations & Rail ... Coordinate track protection, flagging, and work zone safety under applicable GCOR/NORAC operating ...

Transdev

Chief Estimator - Project Engineer

San Dimas, CA · On-site

$136K - $169K/yr

Experience coordinating with rail agencies, flagging personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and ... Ability to travel to project sites, work nights/weekends, and support railroad outage work as ...

Transdev

Chief Estimator - Project Engineer

San Dimas, CA · On-site

$136K - $169K/yr

Experience coordinating with rail agencies, flagging personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and ... Ability to travel to project sites, work nights/weekends, and support railroad outage work as ...

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Railroad TC Technician

RoadSafe Traffic Systems

Los Angeles, CA

$20 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago

RoadSafe Traffic Systems rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 9 rated traffic management

Job description

Position: Railroad Technician
Classification: Non-Exempt
About the Organization
RoadSafe Traffic Systems is the largest national provider of traffic safety products and services in the United States. RoadSafe serves customers in all 48 contiguous states through its network of more than 60+ branch locations. At RoadSafe, we offer competitive pay, growth potential, and an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans for those who qualify. We recognize and value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Position Summary
The Railroad Technician is responsible for supporting railroad and roadway safety operations through the setup, maintenance, and removal of temporary traffic control and rail safety systems. This role ensures the protection of railroad personnel, contractors, and the public by properly implementing work zone traffic control, lane closures, and rail-adjacent safety measures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
The Railroad Technician works under the direction of the Branch Manager, Crew Leader, and/or Prime Contractor and may operate independently or as part of a crew. This position involves fieldwork on highways, rail crossings, and other active transportation corridors and requires strict adherence to safety protocols, operational procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions
Traffic amp; Work Zone Operations
  • Set up, maintain, and remove temporary work zones utilizing warning signs, traffic cones, barrels, delineators, barricades, and other traffic control devices in accordance with regulatory requirements and approved traffic control plans.
  • Perform lane closures on state highways, municipal roads, and rail-adjacent roadways.
  • Safely redirect vehicle and pedestrian traffic for rail crews, construction teams, or survey operations.
  • Operate stop/slow paddles and maintain radio communication while managing active work zones.
  • Monitor work zones throughout the shift to ensure all devices remain in proper placement and function correctly.
  • Install, remove, and reset delineators, signs, posts, and supports as required.
Vehicle amp; Equipment Operation
  • Drive company vehicles, including MOT (Management of Traffic) vehicles and TMA (Truck Mounted Attenuator) vehicles, to and from job sites and within active work areas.
  • Place and operate arrow boards and variable message boards within designated work areas.
  • Load, unload, assemble, deliver, and retrieve traffic control and safety equipment (up to 50 pounds) from job sites.
  • Perform shop work, including general maintenance and minor repairs of traffic control and rail-related equipment.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of company vehicles; promptly report mechanical or safety concerns.
Compliance amp; Documentation
  • Complete required daily reports, safety documentation, and project paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Comply with all company policies, safety standards, railroad regulations, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Adhere to federal motor carrier safety regulations and DOT standards.
  • Follow directions from the Prime Contractor or assigned supervisor regarding project execution.
  • Maintain eligibility to work on railroad property, including required credentialing and background clearance.

Education, Experience amp; Skills Required
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid Driver’s License required; must meet company MVR standards and pass a driving test.
  • Must successfully pass:
    • Background check
    • Drug screen (including DOT requirements where applicable)
    • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review
    • eRailSafe background screening and maintain active eRailSafe certification/credential.
  • Ability to meet all federal DOT and railroad-specific compliance requirements.
  • Basic reading and writing skills to interpret traffic control plans, road signage, and complete documentation.
  • Knowledge of federal motor carrier safety regulations.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods while performing flagging and traffic control duties.
  • Experience operating delivery vehicles or work trucks of varying sizes preferred.
  • Previous traffic control setup experience strongly preferred.
  • ATSSA Worksite Traffic Technician (WTT) or Worksite Traffic Supervisor (WTS) certification highly preferred.
  • Mechanical aptitude or prior equipment maintenance experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of state and local roadways preferred.
  • Willingness to travel to project sites.
  • Availability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule.

Work Environment
  • Regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions, moving traffic, rail activity, and construction environments.
  • Frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, and reaching.
  • Work environment noise levels may range from moderate to loud.
  • May be required to work nights, weekends, overtime, and emergency response assignments.
EOE Statement
RoadSafe is an Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

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