About this role
R.J. Corman is currently seeking a CDL-A Operator / Laborer at its Carolina Line based out of Chadbourn, NC. This candidate will operate commercial vehicles such as dump trucks, grapple trucks, etc. in a safe manner in support of inspection, installation, and maintenance of railroad track.
This position requires some travel.
Responsibilities:
• Operate Specialized equipment (i.e. Backhoe, Crew Truck, Prentice Truck etc.)
• Performs preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment
• Maintains proper equipment appearance and cleanliness
• May perform labor duties as needed
• Communicates with supervisor throughout the job process
• Ensures working conditions are safe and that proper PPE is being used as job duties require
• Follow DOT regulations; ensuring proper permits and driving regulations are followed
Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:
• Demonstrated operation experience and equipment knowledge
• CDL A License and demonstrated performance operating CDL-A required vehicles
• Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot simple mechanical failures
• Previous experience in railroad construction or maintenance preferred
Physical Requirements:
• Able to perform physical strenuous work
• Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50lbs
• Requires occasional use of 30lb claw bar to remove spikes, requiring application of 50lbs of force
• Requires occasional use of 10lb sledge hammer to drive spikes, requiring application of 75lbs of force
• Able to walk, climb, and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, ladders, uneven terrain, rails and ballast in a safe manner
• Able to navigate into confined spaces if necessary
Environmental Conditions:
Work is performed outside in varying types of environmental conditions.
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:
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
• Company paid life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Flexible spending account benefits
• Paid maternity leave
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Work boot allowance
• Employee referral program
• Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train
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.