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CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / Laborer - Caseyville, IL

OtherHeavy Equipment OperatorSkilled Trades & Field Services

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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in railroad derailment recovery. Handle heavy steel chains, blocks, steel cables, and other recovery equipment.

Requirements Summary

Valid CDL-A license with no restrictions and manual endorsement required. Valid DOT Medical Card required. Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe vehicle operation.

Technical Tools

OtherHeavy Equipment OperatorSkilled Trades & Field Services

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

Responsibilities

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→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.

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.

Requirements

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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.

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.

What We Offer

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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:

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

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.