Operator / Laborer - Houston, TX

R.J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking a Operator / Laborer to join our team in the Houston, TX area.

Accountability:Â Operates specialized equipment in support of inspection, installation, and maintenance of railroad track

Responsibilities

• 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.