About this role
R. J. Corman Railroad Services is currently seeking a Grapple Truck Operator to join our team in Nicholasville, KY.
Responsibilities:
• Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in railroad derailment recovery.
• Safely operate grapple trucks and other CDL-A vehicles/equipment.
• Handle heavy steel chains, blocks, cables, and other recovery materials.
• Perform equipment maintenance, cleaning, and setup.
• Use hand and power tools, including cutting torches and welding equipment.
• Perform manual labor such as digging and hammering.
• Follow DOT regulations and permit requirements.
• Maintain safe work practices and proper PPE usage.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:
• Valid CDL-A license with no restrictions and manual endorsement required.
• Valid DOT Medical Card required.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe vehicle operation.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as grapple trucks, sidebooms, track loaders, excavators, and vac trucks.
• Experience with or ability to learn welding, cutting torch operations, and equipment maintenance.
• Must pass a background check, drug screen, and physical capacity test.
• On-the-job training provided.
Physical Requirements:
• Lift up to 100 pounds maximum.
• Frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, including digging and material handling.
• Comfortable working at heights over 25 feet on railroad cars and bridges.
• Ability to work over or in water.
Environmental Requirements:
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work in railroad recovery and construction environments.
• Exposure to elevated work areas, bridges, and water-related worksites.
• Must enjoy and be comfortable working outdoors for extended periods.
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.