Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Nicholasville, KY
Nicholasville, Kentucky, United States · On-site
Mid level
Who We Are: R.J. Corman Railroad Services is a full-service railroad construction, maintenance-of-way and emergency response company with 17 divisions strategically located across the nation. What You’ll Do: Transp…
Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri, United States · On-site
Senior
R. J. Corman is seeking a talented Mechanical Supervisor to join and lead our team in Ste. Genevieve, MO. Responsibilities: Ensures the safe, efficient, and profitable general management of mechanical operations. Oversee…
Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri, United States · On-site
Mid level
R. J. Corman Switching Company is hiring Mechanical Team Members to join our growing team in Ste. Genevieve, MO. Responsibilities: Perform railcar inspections to identify defects. Perform railcar repairs per AAR standard…
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Full-time
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 8 Paid Holidays, 401k Employer Match
Posted 145d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment to clear railroad derailments across the United States. Perform laborer duties and ensure strict adherence to safety and DOT regulations.
Requirements
Must possess a CDL-A and DOT medical card, and be capable of lifting up to 100lbs. Candidates must live within 45 minutes of the shop and be available 24/7 for emergency travel.
Full job description
Who We Are:
R.J. Corman Railroad Services is a full-service railroad construction, maintenance-of-way and emergency response company with 17 divisions strategically located across the nation.
What You’ll Do:
Transporting, operating, and servicing heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments
Material handling of heavy steel chains, blocks and steel cables, and other devices.
Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used
Safely drive, operate, and maintain CDL-A required vehicles and equipment
Maintenance, cleaning, and set-up of equipment requiring use of small and large tools including cutting torch and welding.
Digging, hammering, and other physical types of work with various tools
Follow DOT regulations, ensuring proper permits and driving regulations are followed
Be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions
Communicate with team and supervisor throughout the job process
Other duties as assigned
Why Work for R.J. Corman?
Operate heavy or specialized equipment (i.e. Sideboom, Track Loader, Excavator, Vac Truck, Grapple Truck, etc.)
Guaranteed 40 hours per week with high potential for overtime
Hotel and travel expenses paid for
Company provided PPE
On the job training provided and advancement opportunities
What You’ll Need:
Ability to work on call 24/7 and travel frequently to job sites
Must live within 45 minutes of the R. J. Corman shop
Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test
Valid CDL-A with no restrictions with manual endorsement and DOT medical card highly preferred.
Lifting 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
Comfortable with working at heights over 25 feet on railroad cars; on bridges, over water, or in water.
Love working outside!
Benefits:
R.J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following benefits:
Full-Time Team Members:
Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
8 Paid Holidays Per Year
Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Accident Insurance
FSA and HSA Options
401K Employer Match
Paid Maternity Leave
Group Life Insurance
All Team Members:
401K Retirement Savings Plan
Referral Bonuses
Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
Employee Assistance Program
Annual Boot Voucher
Company Provided PPE
Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance
R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that is committed to a safe and drug-free workplace. R. J. Corman performs pre-employment criminal background checks and substance abuse testing, which includes a urine drug test to detect the presence of illegal drugs. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping R. J. Corman a safe and drug-free company.
In 1973, Richard J. “Rick” Corman began his career in railroad construction with a backhoe, a dump truck, and a tenacious spirit. Driven first by his remarkable operator skills and then by his commitment to safe and reliable service, Rick’s goal was to become one of the nation’s leading railroad service providers. For the next 40 years he worked to establish the railroad service company that is now known as R. J. Corman.
Today, R. J. Corman Railroad Group is headquartered in Rick’s hometown of Nicholasville, Kentucky, and has field locations in 24 states. The company serves all seven Class I railroads, many regional and short line railroads as well as various rail-served industries. These operations encompass an array of services, including: railroad construction, short line railroad operations, dispatch, industrial switching services, emergency response, track material logistics, distribution centers, signal design and construction, and an excursion dinner train. The company’s diversity has given them the ability to service all aspects of the freight railroad industry at any scale.
Offices: 101 RJ Corman Drive, PO Box 788, Nicholasville, KY 40356, US
Short Line RailroadsRailroad SwitchingRailroad ConstructionSignalingDerailment ServicesMaterial SalesDistribution Centersand Dinner TrainConstructionService Industry
In 1973, Richard J. “Rick” Corman began his career in railroad construction with a backhoe, a dump truck, and a tenacious spirit. Driven first by his remarkable operator skills and then by his commitment to safe and reliable service, Rick’s goal was to become one of the nation’s leading railroad service providers. For the next 40 years he worked to establish the railroad service company that is now known as R. J. Corman.
Today, R. J. Corman Railroad Group is headquartered in Rick’s hometown of Nicholasville, Kentucky, and has field locations in 24 states. The company serves all seven Class I railroads, many regional and short line railroads as well as various rail-served industries. These operations encompass an array of services, including: railroad construction, short line railroad operations, dispatch, industrial switching services, emergency response, track material logistics, distribution centers, signal design and construction, and an excursion dinner train. The company’s diversity has given them the ability to service all aspects of the freight railroad industry at any scale.
Offices: 101 RJ Corman Drive, PO Box 788, Nicholasville, KY 40356, US
Short Line RailroadsRailroad SwitchingRailroad ConstructionSignalingDerailment ServicesMaterial SalesDistribution Centersand Dinner TrainConstructionService Industry