Heavy Equipment Operator - 40hrs, Overtime & Travel Paid

R.J. Corman Railroad Group; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel and travel expenses paid

PPE provided

On-the-job training

Job summary

R.J. Corman Railroad Group in Memphis, TN is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer. You will transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments, perform material handling, and ensure safe PPE use while following DOT regulations.

The role requires CDL-A, on-call availability 24/7, travel to sites, and outdoor work in all weather. Company offers paid hours, travel expenses, PPE, on-the-job training, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on call 24/7 and travel frequently to job sites.
• Must live within 45 minutes of the R. J. Corman shop.
• Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test.
• Valid CDL-A with no restrictions with manual endorsement and DOT medical card highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transporting, operating, and servicing heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments.
• Material handling of heavy steel chains, blocks and steel cables, and other devices.
• Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used.
• Safely drive, operate, and maintain CDL-A required vehicles and equipment.
• 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.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

CDL-A driving

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Team communication

Tools

Sideboom

Track Loader

Excavator

Vac Truck

Grapple Truck

Job description

R.J. Corman Railroad Group in Memphis, TN is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer. You will transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments, perform material handling, and ensure safe PPE use while following DOT regulations.

The role requires CDL-A, on-call availability 24/7, travel to sites, and outdoor work in all weather. Company offers paid hours, travel expenses, PPE, on-the-job training, and advancement opportunities.