Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer (Kansas City, KS) at R.J. Corman Railroad Group

Kansas City, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation, Laborer Duties, CDL-A Operation, Equipment Maintenance, DOT Regulations, Safety Practices, Communication, Sideboom Operation, Track Loader Operation, Excavator Operation, Vac Truck Operation, Grapple Truck Operation, Emergency Response, Lifting up to 100lbs

Industry

Rail Transportation

Description

Perks of the job: * Opportunity to travel extensively and work outside * 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 * Company provided training to obtain CDL-A * Hotel and travel expenses paid for * Company provided PPE * On the job training provided and advancement opportunities Why work for R. J. Corman? * Safety is our #1 priority * Competitive wages * Benefits start day one – health, dental, vision * Paid time off - accrual starts day one * 401k with generous company match * Company paid life insurance * 8 company paid holidays * Employee assistance program * Employee referral program Job Requirements: Key Responsibilities: * Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments * Perform laborer/groundsman duties as needed * Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used * Safely drive, operate, and maintain CDL-A required vehicles and equipment * 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 What does it take to be a Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer for R. J. Corman? * Mobility to participate in frequent travel and be on call 24/7 to respond to emergencies * Must live within 45 minutes of the R. J. Corman shop * Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test * Possess current CDL-A and DOT medical card (preferred) * Requires lifting of up to 100lbs in performance of duties * Love working outside! FMCSA Clearinghouse registration will be required for CDL candidates in order to provide electronic consent for pre-employment queries. Registration can be completed at https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fclearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov%2Fregister&data=05%7C01%7CKate.Adams(RJCorman.com%7Ced1bfd96ea9e45a5b3d108da85027546%7Cd069aaaef47a4471baf7424c4c77794f%7C0%7C0%7C637968542861124261%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IisJr4%2B2Ld4TCffQ04H9kbI2G3TpnwVYgfMuzW7LxGE%3D&reserved=0] Click the link below for step-by-step registration instruction. https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Resource/Index/Registration-Driver-Instructions [https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fclearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov%2FResource%2FIndex%2FRegistration-Driver-Instructions&data=05%7C01%7CKate.Adams(RJCorman.com%7Ced1bfd96ea9e45a5b3d108da85027546%7Cd069aaaef47a4471baf7424c4c77794f%7C0%7C0%7C637968542861124261%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=B7ttdLOJmdWZ8HkflI2ttsJHIorGQH3arvVAhLnim9U%3D&reserved=0] R.J Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug free work place. 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. Join our team today! Apply online at rjcorman.com/careers

Responsibilities

The primary duties involve transporting, operating, and servicing heavy equipment, such as Sidebooms and Excavators, specifically for clearing railroad derailments. Additionally, the role requires performing laborer/groundsman tasks as needed while strictly adhering to safety protocols and DOT regulations.