Prepper - Counce, TN

R.J. Corman Railroad Group; Counce (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

8 paid holidays per year

401K employer match

Paid maternity leave

Group life insurance

Job summary

R.J. Corman Switching Company in Counce, TN is seeking a Prepper to join our team. The role involves cleaning and maintaining equipment, inspecting railcar doors, and supporting mechanics with simple repairs; you will work outdoors in all weather.

Candidates should have a GED or high school diploma, a valid driver's license if operating company equipment, and a willingness to work mandatory overtime and follow safety guidelines. Benefits are offered to full-time team members.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• Valid state driver’s license if required to operate company equipment.
• Meet and maintain all requirements contained in conditions of employment policy.

Responsibilities

• Remove debris with backpack blowers and scraping devices to prevent vehicle damage.
• Inspect and assist in opening/closing railcar doors.
• Identify repairs that can be performed by mechanics.
• Lubricate hinge decks, end doors, and chock vehicle securement devices as needed.
• Maintain accountability and maintenance for all equipment.
• Perform housekeeping duties as required by location management.

Skills

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Education

GED or High School diploma

Job description

R.J. Corman Switching Company is currently seeking a Prepper to join our team in Counce, TN.

Responsibilities:

• Through the use of backpack blowers and various scraping devices remove all debris and other contaminates which could potentially cause vehicle damage .
• Inspect and assist in opening and closing railcar doors.
• Identify repairs that can be performed by mechanics.
• Determine if railcar or vehicle securement devices need lubrication-if lubrication is required assist in the lubrication of hinge decks, end doors, and chock vehicle securement devices.
• Maintain accountability and maintenance for all equipment.
• Perform housekeeping duties as required by location management.
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime hours when operating requirements or other business needs of RJ Corman cannot be fulfilled during regular business hours.
• Inspect vehicle securement devices to determine their fitness for use then store properly in railcar.
• Assist in repairing and lowering hinge decks.
• Inspect, repair, install and remove bridge plates.

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:

• GED or High School diploma.
• Must maintain a valid state drivers license if required to operate company equipment.
• Meet and maintain all requirements contained in conditions of employment policy.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to constantly work in a outdoor environment, exposed to all weather elements, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noisy conditions;
• Ability to frequently open railcar doors using pulling back force of 90lbs and pushing force of 68lbs.
• Ability to frequently operate gasoline power blower using a constant lateral sweeping motion with your arms.
• Ability to frequently tolerate fuel and exhaust vapors up to OSHA prescribed levels.
• Ability to occasionally work in areas with limited lighting.
• Ability to occasionally climb, using various types of ladders, to heights in excess of 16 feet.
• Ability to occasionally work in areas of limited lighting.
• Ability to occasionally stand for periods of time greater than 2 hours.
• Ability to constantly work in area with less that 60 inches of vertical clearance.
• Must be able to hear work or safety instructions verbally communicated in normal speaking voice.
• Constantly required to use bending, squatting, twisting, walking motions on uneven surfaces throughout the entire work shift.
• Must possess normal depth perception and have a normal peripheral vision in both eyes.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to properly wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.
• Possess the equilibrium and ability to frequently cross 3-4 foot open spans at heights up to 16 feet.
• Ability the lift above shoulder height a weight of 50 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 35lbs on your back climbing railcar ladder and crossing between decks.

Environmental Conditions:

• Must be able to perform specified duties outside in all weather conditions.
• A rapidly expanding company requires employees to be flexible with altering operating schedules.
• One must also expect physical work in inclement weather.
• Must be available to work the established schedule as assigned: Sunday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

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:

Full-Time Team Members:

• Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
  • Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
• PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
• 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 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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