Backhoe Operator (Westlake, LA)

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

Responsibilities:
o Operate Specialized equipment. (i.e. Backhoe, etc.)
o Performs preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
o Maintains proper equipment appearance and cleanliness.
o May perform labor duties as needed.
o Communicates with supervisor throughout the job process.
o Ensures working conditions are safe and that proper PPE is being used as job duties require.
o Follow DOT regulations; ensuring proper permits and driving regulations are followed.
Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:
o Demonstrated operation experience and equipment knowledge.
o Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot simple mechanical failures.
o Previous experience in railroad construction or maintenance preferred.

Physical Requirements:
o Able to perform physical strenuous work
o Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch
o Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs
o Requires occasional use of 30 lb claw bar to remove spikes, requiring application of 50 lbs of
force
o Requires occasional use of 10 lb sledge hammer to drive spikes, requiring application of 75 lbs of
force
o Able to walk, climb, and maintain balance on equipment, stairs, ladders, uneven terrain, rails and
ballast in a safe manner
o Able to navigate into confined spaces if necessary

Environmental Conditions: Work is performed outside in varying types of environmental conditions.

Major or Unusual Problems: Must carry out responsibilities in a fast-paced outside RR / construction
environment. Requires efficient development and performance of processes; and requires ability to multitask in a time sensitive environment. High visibility position requires professional demeanor in
interactions with Supervisors, employees, contractors and customers.

Job Dimensions: Interfaces with all levels of employees and management. Performs duties under general
supervision with limited discretion. Does not directly supervise employees.

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:

• 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 (immediate enrollment at 3%)
• 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.