CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Kansas City, Kansas

R. J. Corman is currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in Kansas City, Kansas.

Responsibilities: 

• Operate and oversee Key Equipment (i.e. Sideboom, Track loader, Excavator, Vac Truck, Grapple Truck, rubber tire loader, etc.) during derailment recovery, ensuring safe and efficient execution of tasks.  
• May perform labor duties as needed. 
• Conduct pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.  
• Perform advanced equipment maneuvers, including lifting, rerailing, and stabilizing derailed railcars or heavy components.
• Perform preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment. 
• Maintain proper equipment appearance and cleanliness.  
• Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot simple mechanical failures. 
• Practice safe working habits.  
• Provide technical training and mentorship to operators I-III, supporting skill development and certification readiness. 
• Adhere to all safety regulations and site-specific procedures, including wearing proper PPE and participating in safety briefings. 
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct on-site safety checks to protect personnel and equipment during high risks operations. 
• Follow DOT regulations; ensuring proper permits and driving regulations are followed. 

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:

• CDL-A Required with no restrictions. 
• Previous experience and familiarity in operation of equipment.
• Proficient with at least one piece of Key Equipment. 
• Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot simple mechanical failures is needed.

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 50 lbs. 
• Requires occasional use of 30 lb claw bar to remove spikes, requiring application of 50 lbs of force.  
• Requires occasional use of 10 lb sledgehammer to drive spikes, requiring application of 75 lbs 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:  

• Performs duties in multiple environments including outside construction project settings, in and around moving vehicles and equipment. 
• Exposure to weather elements; must wear appropriate PPE required for project site. 

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 benefits:

Full-Time Team Members: 

• Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
  
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
  • 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
    • Veteran’s Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
  • Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance
• FSA and HSA Options
• 401K Employer Match
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Group Life Insurance

All Team Members: 

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Boot Voucher
• Company Provided PPE
• Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance

R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) 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.