Excavator Operator / Heavy Equipment Operator - Minot, ND

R.J. Corman Railroad Group; Underwood (ND); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to travel extensively

Guaranteed 40 hours per week with overtime

Company provided training to obtain CDL-A

Paid hotel and travel expenses

Company provided PPE

On the job training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

R.J. Corman Railroad Group is looking for a Heavy Equipment/Laborer in Underwood, ND. The role involves operating heavy machinery to clear derailments and requires frequent travel. Candidates should possess a CDL-A and safety should be the top priority. Benefits include extensive travel, overtime potential, health insurance from day one, and paid time off starting immediately. Qualified candidates must live within 45 minutes of the shop and pass a drug screen and physical test.

Qualifications

• Must live within 45 minutes of the R. J. Corman shop.
• Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test.
• Love working outside.

Responsibilities

• Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment for derailments.
• Perform laborer duties as needed.
• Practice safe working habits with proper PPE.
• Communicate with team and supervisor throughout the job.

Skills

Mobility for travel

Heavy equipment operation

Safe working habits

Ability to lift 100lbs

Education

Current CDL-A and DOT medical card

Job description

Requisition Number: HEAVY001885

• Posted: May 1, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

North Dakota, Minot Div
North Dakota State Highway 200 Alternate
Underwood, ND 58576, USA

Looking for an exciting career? Want to make a career change?

R. J. Corman is seeking safe, energetic, fast paced people who enjoy working outside, understand the thrill of accomplishment and hard work to join our Emergency Response Team. Work consists of clearing derailments for our railroad customers across the United States.

Perks of the job

• Opportunity to travel extensively and work outside
• Operate heavy or specialized equipment (i.e. Sideboom, Track Loader, Excavator, 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

Why work for R. J. Corman?

• Safety is our #1 priority
• Competitive wages
• Benefits start day one – health, dental, vision
• Paid time off - accrual starts day one
• 401k with generous company match
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program

Key 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

Qualifications for Heavy Equipment/Laborer

• 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
• Possess current CDL-A and DOT medical card (preferred)
• Requires lifting of up to 100lbs in performance of duties
• Love working outside!

FMCSA Clearinghouse registration will be required for CDL candidates in order to provide electronic consent for pre-employment queries.

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 benefits:

Full-Time Team Members Benefits

• 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 Benefits

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Provided PPE

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.

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