What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Tamper Operator (Nicholasville, KY) position at R.J. Corman Railroad Group?
R. J. Corman is seeking a Tamper Operator to join our Railroad Services Construction Team in Nicholasville, KY. CDL-A is required! Work consists of performing new track construction and rehabilitation for our railroad customers across the United States.
Perks of the job:
- Opportunity to travel and work outside
- Operate heavy or specialized equipment
- Planned work with a varied schedule of 40-50 hours per week
- 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
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform construction or maintenance tasks associated with railroad tracks
- Operate heavy or specialized equipment
- Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used
- 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 Grapple Operator for R. J. Corman?
- Prior railroad experience preferred
- CDL-A and DOT medical card preferred
- Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test
- 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
Click the link below for step-by-step registration instruction.
https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Resource/Index/Registration-Driver-Instructions
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.
