Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Atlanta, GA

R.J. Corman Railroad Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel and travel expenses paid

Company provided PPE

On the job training and advancement

Job summary

R.J. Corman Railroad Group is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer for the Atlanta, GA area. The role involves operating and servicing heavy equipment used in railroad derailment response, performing material handling, and ensuring safety protocols and PPE usage.

The position requires a valid CDL-A with DOT medical card, ability to pass background and drug screening, and willingness to travel. Expect ongoing on-the-job training, opportunities for advancement, and guaranteed full-time hours

Qualifications

• Must pass background check, drug screen, and physical capacity test.
• Valid CDL-A with no restrictions and DOT medical card.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs and frequently carry objects up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather and at heights over 25 feet.

Responsibilities

• Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in railroad derailment response.
• Handle materials like chains, blocks, cables, and other devices.
• Follow DOT regulations and ensure proper permits and driving rules.
• Communicate with team and supervisor throughout the job process.
• Perform maintenance, cleaning, and setup of equipment; use tools as needed.

Skills

CDL-A

On-call availability

Physical stamina

Team communication

Tools

Cutting torch

Welding

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Atlanta, GA

Requisition Number: HEAVY001053

• Posted : July 30, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Atlanta, GA 30336, USA

Description

Who We Are:

R.J. Corman Railroad Services is a full-service railroad construction, maintenance-of-way and emergency response company with 17 divisions strategically located across the nation.

What You’ll Do:

• 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

Why Work for R.J. Corman?

• 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
• Hotel and travel expenses paid for
• Company provided PPE
• On the job training provided and advancement opportunities

What You’ll Need:

• 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 required.
• 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.
• Love working outside!

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:

• Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
• 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
• 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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