Backhoe Operator (Westlake, LA)

R.J. Corman Railroad Group; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

R.J. Corman Railroad Group in Westlake, LA seeks a railroad equipment operator to support inspection, installation, and maintenance of track with emphasis on safe, efficient operation of specialized equipment.

The role requires adherence to DOT regulations and a proactive approach to safety and quality workmanship. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining heavy machinery, performing preventative maintenance, and coordinating with supervisors.

Qualifications

• Operate Specialized equipment.
• 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.
• Demonstrated operation experience and equipment knowledge.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot simple mechanical failures.
• Previous experience in railroad construction or maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate Specialized equipment (e.g. Backhoe).
• 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 used as required.
• Follow DOT regulations; ensure proper permits and driving regulations are followed.
• Demonstrated operation experience and equipment knowledge.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot simple mechanical failures.
• Previous experience in railroad construction or maintenance preferred.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Manual labor

Communication with supervisor

Education

Basic mechanical knowledge

Tools

Backhoe

Heavy equipment

Job description

Sasol Westlake LA Sw AAR
3601 Old Spanish Trl
Westlake, LA 70669, USA

Sasol Westlake LA Sw AAR
3601 Old Spanish Trl
Westlake, LA 70669, USA

Accountability: Operates specialized equipment in support of inspection, installation, and maintenance of
railroad track

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 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.
• 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: Work is performed outside in varying types of environmental conditions.

Major or Unusual Problems: Must carry out responsibilities in a fast-paced outside RR / construction
environment. Requires efficient development and performance of processes; and requires ability to multitask in a time sensitive environment. High visibility position requires professional demeanor in
interactions with Supervisors, employees, contractors and customers.

Job Dimensions: Interfaces with all levels of employees and management. Performs duties under general
supervision with limited discretion. Does not directly supervise employees.

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)
• Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Paid maternity leave
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K retirement savings plan (immediate enrollment at 3%)
• Employee referral program
• Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train

R.J Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Aff…

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