R.J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking a Operator / Laborer to join our team in the Houston, TX area.Accountability:Operates specialized equipment in support of inspection, installation, and maintenance of railroad trackResponsibilities:
- Operate specialized equipment. (i.e. Backhoe, etc.)
- 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 that proper PPE is being used as job duties require
- Follow DOT regulations; ensuring 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 50lbs
- Requires occasional use of 30lb claw bar to remove spikes, requiring application of 50lbs of force
- Requires occasional use of 10lb sledge hammer to drive spikes, requiring application of 75lbs 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: Work is performed outside in varying types of environmental conditions.Job Dimensions: Interfaces with all levels of employees and management.Performs duties under general supervision with limited discretion.Does not directly supervise employees. Must carry out responsibilities in a fast-paced outside RR / construction environment.Requires efficient development and performance of processes; and requires ability to multi-task in a time sensitive environment. High visibility position requires professional demeanor in interactions with Supervisors, employees, contractors and customers.Benefits: R.J. Corman Railroad Company is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following:
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)
- Company paid life insurance
- Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
- Voluntary identity theft protection
- Flexible spending account benefits
- Paid maternity leave
- 8 paid holidays
- Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Work boot allowance
- Employee referral program
- Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train
R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action 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.