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.

• →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. 

• 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.

• 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. 

• 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. 

• 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.