Backhoe Operator

4 weeks ago


Houston, United States R. J. Corman Railroad Group Full time

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

Responsibilities:
o Operate Specialized equipment. ( 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: Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. 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

Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to a safe and drug free workplace. 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 Corman a safe and drug free company.


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