Laborer Backhoe Operator

The R.J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking a Backhoe Operator/Laborer to join our team on our short line through Middlesboro, KY and Harrogate, TN.

Responsibilities:  

• Operate Specialized equipment. (i.e. Backhoe, 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 proper PPE is being used as job duties require.
• Follow DOT regulations; ensure proper permits and driving regulations are followed.

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:

• Demonstrated operation experience and equipment knowledge.
• 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 50 lbs.
• Requires occasional use of 30 lb claw bar to remove spikes, requiring application of 50 lbs of force.
• Requires occasional use of 10 lb sledge hammer to drive spikes, requiring application of 75 lbs 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:

• Performs duties in primarily outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment.
• Frequent exposure to weather elements:  appropriate PPE required.

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:

Full-Time Team Members:

• Railroad Retirement Benefits

• 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.