Groundsman/Laborer - Albany, NY

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC; Selkirk (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO Accrual

8 Paid Holidays Per Year

401K Employer Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

R. J. Corman Railroad Services is seeking a Groundsman/Laborer to join our team in Albany, NY. This role involves material handling, equipment maintenance, and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Qualified candidates should be able to operate heavy equipment and pass background checks; on-the-job training is provided. Extensive safety PPE and 24/7 on-call availability may be required for certain projects.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy or specialized equipment (e.g., Sideboom, Track Loader, Excavator, Vac Truck, Grapple Truck).
• On-the-job training provided and advancement opportunities.
• Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test.

Responsibilities

• Material handling of heavy steel chains, blocks, steel cables, and other devices.
• Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is used.
• Maintenance, cleaning, and setup of equipment requiring use of tools including cutting torch and welding.
• Digging, hammering, and other physical work with various tools.
• Be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions.
• Communicate with team and supervisor throughout the job process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Team communication

Tools

Cutting torch

Welding

General tools

Job description

R. J. Corman Railroad Services is currently seeking a Groundsman/Laborer to join our team in Albany, NY.

Responsibilities

• Material handling of heavy steel chains, blocks, steel cables, and other devices.
• Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used.
• Maintenance, cleaning, and set-up of equipment requiring use of small and large tools, including cutting torch and welding.
• Digging, hammering, and other physical types of work with various tools.
• Be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions.
• Communicate with team and supervisor throughout the job process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specialized Or Technical Knowledge, Or Education And Experience

• Ability to operate heavy or specialized equipment (i.e., Sideboom, Track Loader, Excavator, Vac Truck, Grapple Truck, etc.).
• On-the-job training provided and advancement opportunities.
• Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work on call 24/7 and travel frequently to job sites.
• Lifting 100 lbs. maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable with working at heights over 25 feet on railroad cars, on bridges, over water, or in water.

Environment Conditions

• Must live within 45 minutes of the R. J. Corman shop.
• Be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions.
• Love working outside!

Benefits:

Full-Time Team Members

• 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.