Bridge Operator - CDL-B (Lexington, KY)

R.J. Corman Careers•Lexington, KY

10d•Onsite

About The Position

R. J. Corman Railroad Company is seeking a Bridge Operator (CDL-B) based in Lexington, KY. A Bridge Operator executes bridge maintenance and project needs and collaborates with the Bridge team for accurate job completion. Primarily responsible for operating the Prentice Boom truck assuring FRA and DOT compliance.

Requirements

CDL-B required; CDL-A preferred
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

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience in railroad bridge construction / bridge maintenance / bridge inspection & engineering or related field, including materials management.
Communication skills with demonstrated experience with all levels of personnel

Responsibilities

Operates and Maintains the RJC Bridge Crew Prentice truck per FRA and DOT regulations.
Ensures FRA compliance with work practices.
Operates with team members and is proactive with safety compliance.
Must understand and operate according to FRA Bridge worker fall protection requirements.
Required to work both independently and in groups, most often in an elevated environment requiring use of fall protection safety gear.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Railroad Retirement benefits
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