Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Pittsburgh, PA

Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Pittsburgh, PA

R. J. Corman is seeking safe, energetic, fast paced people who enjoy working outside, understand the thrill of accomplishment and hard work to join our Emergency Response Team. Work consists of clearing derailments for our railroad customers across the United States.

Perks of the job:

• Opportunity to travel extensively and work outside
• Operate heavy or specialized equipment (i.e. Sideboom, Track Loader, Excavator, Vac Truck, Grapple Truck, etc.)
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week with high potential for overtime
• Company provided training to obtain CDL-A
• 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:

• Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments
• Perform laborer/groundsman duties as needed
• 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 Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer for R. J. Corman?

• Mobility to participate in frequent travel and be on call 24/7 to respond to emergencies
• Must live within 45 minutes of the R. J. Corman shop
• Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test
• Possess current CDL-A and DOT medical card (preferred)
• 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

Click the link below for step-by-step registration instruction.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.