Roadway Worker In Charge

Description:

The Roadway Worker in Charge (RWIC) is responsible for on-site roadway worker protection for activities on and around live railroad tracks. This includes coordinating job sites, ensuring safety, communicating with dispatchers and engineers, and managing on-track safety. RWICs are expected to conduct daily job briefings, prepare reports, and ensure safe work conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide error-free and rule-compliant protection for each assignment.

• Conduct daily job briefings to ensure safety compliance.

• Manage and submit necessary reports, such as job setup and daily work reports.

• Handle equipment like signs, derails, and other tools, ranging from 15 to 90 pounds.

• Participate in safety classes and routine qualification training.

• Communicate regularly with RWIC supervisors and managers.

• Perform other duties as required to meet business needs.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of railroad or track maintenance experience.

• Skills: Ability to conduct job briefings, install signs and derails, proficiency in radio communication, and understanding of on-track safety requirements.

Preferred:

• 2-5 years of track maintenance experience.

• Prior experience within a railway company.

• Training in "Track Inspection Guidelines" or equivalent.

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).

• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.

• Life & disability insurance (employer-paid).

• 401(k) plan with employer match.

• Paid Time Off (PTO), wellness programs, and employee discounts.

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA).

• Professional development opportunities and work-life balance initiatives.