Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Nashville, TN

R.J. Corman Railroad GroupNashville, TN
Onsite

About The Position

R. J. Corman is seeking safe, energetic, fast-paced individuals who enjoy working outside and understand the value of accomplishment and hard work to join our Emergency Response Team. The role involves clearing derailments for our railroad customers across the United States. This position offers the opportunity to travel extensively, work outdoors, and operate heavy or specialized equipment. We guarantee 40 hours per week with significant overtime potential, provide company-paid training for a CDL-A, cover hotel and travel expenses, supply necessary PPE, and offer on-the-job training with advancement opportunities.

Requirements

  • Mobility to participate in frequent travel and be on call 24/7 to respond to emergencies
  • Must live within 45 minutes of the R. J. Corman shop
  • Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test
  • Requires lifting of up to 100lbs in performance of duties
  • Love working outside!

Nice To Haves

  • Possess current CDL-A and DOT medical card

Responsibilities

  • Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments
  • Perform laborer/groundsman duties as needed
  • Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used
  • Safely drive, operate, and maintain CDL-A required vehicles and equipment
  • 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

Benefits

  • Opportunity to travel extensively and work outside
  • Operate heavy or specialized equipment (i.e. Sideboom, Track Loader, Excavatpr, Vac Truck, Grapple Truck, etc.)
  • Guaranteed 40 hours per week with high potential for overtime
  • Company provided training to obtain CDL-A
  • Hotel and travel expenses paid for
  • Company provided PPE
  • On the job training provided and advancement opportunities
  • Competitive wages
  • 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
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