KN100 Laborer Backhoe Operator

Knoxville and Cumberland Gap Lines; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

8 paid holidays per year

Veteran’s Day paid holiday

Voluntary life insurance

Voluntary short/long-term disability

Voluntary accident insurance

FSA/HSA options

401K employer match

Paid maternity leave

Group life insurance

Company provided PPE

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC seeks a Backhoe Operator/Laborer to support railroad maintenance on our short line across Middlesboro, KY and Clinton, TN.

You will operate heavy equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and assist with general labor tasks while coordinating with a supervisor. This role requires physical stamina, adherence to DOT and safety rules, PPE use, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 being used as job duties require.
• Follow DOT regulations; ensure proper permits and driving regulations are followed.

Skills

Operation experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Job description

The R.J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking a Backhoe Operator/Laborer to join our team on our short line through Middlesboro, KY and Clinton, TN.

Responsibilities:

• 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 being used as job duties require.
• Follow DOT regulations; ensure 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:

• Performs duties in primarily outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment.
• Frequent exposure to weather elements: appropriate PPE required.

Benefits:

R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality 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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