Trackhoe / Heavy Equipment Operator - Caseyville, IL

R. J. Corman Railroad Services is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in Caseyville, IL.

Responsibilities:

• Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in railroad derailment recovery.
• Handle heavy steel chains, blocks, steel cables, and other recovery equipment.
• Practice safe work habits and ensure proper PPE is used.
• Safely drive, operate, and maintain CDL-A vehicles and equipment.
• Perform equipment maintenance, cleaning, and setup.
• Use hand and power tools, including cutting torches and welding equipment.
• Perform manual labor such as digging, hammering, and material handling.
• Follow DOT regulations, permits, and driving requirements.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:

• Valid CDL-A license with no restrictions and manual endorsement required .
• Valid DOT Medical Card required.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe vehicle operation.
• Ability to operate or learn specialized equipment such as sidebooms, track loaders, excavators, vac trucks, and grapple trucks.
• Experience with or ability to learn equipment maintenance, welding, and cutting torch operations.
• Must pass a background check, drug screen, and physical capacity test.
• Ability to work on-call 24/7 and travel frequently to job sites.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 100 pounds maximum.
• Frequently lift and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Perform physically demanding work, including digging, hammering, and handling heavy materials.
• Comfortable working at heights exceeding 25 feet on railroad cars and bridges.
• Ability to work over or in water.

Environmental Conditions:

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Available for frequent travel to job sites.
• Must live within 45 minutes of the R.J. Corman shop.
• Work in railroad recovery environments, including elevated locations, bridges, and areas over or in water.
• Enjoy working outdoors.

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:
  • Veteran's Day is a Paid Holiday for US Veterans
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual
• 8 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 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.

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