Railcar Mechanic (Olive Branch, MS)

R. J. Corman Railroad Company is seeking a Railcar Mechanic based in Olive Branch, MS.

Accountability: Performs mechanical repairs including cutting, welding, and overall mechanical aptitude. Railcar inspections and repairs will be documented for verification and to ensure the work is being done correctly and in a timely manner. 

Responsibilities:

• Welding, cutting, and mechanical type repairs 
• Forklift operation 
• Understanding of documenting work performed and recording material usage  
• Ensure that paperwork for railcar repairs is complete and correct 
• Ensure that repair jobs are completed in a timely manner 
• Ensure that vehicles and shops kept clean and safe 
• Ensure that the employees are working in a safe manner  
• Assist with inspection and repairs as needed 
• Performs other duties as assigned by management

Education and Experience: Railcar mechanical experience preferred, must have a background in welding and cutting. Must have a valid driver's license, good communication and people skills, demonstrated ability to develop team work, and work with all levels of personnel in achieving our goals. 

Environmental and Physical Requirements:

• Able to perform physical strenuous work 

• Able to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch 

• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50lbs 

• Requires occasional use of 30lb claw bar, requiring application of 50lbs of force 

• Requires occasional use of 10lb sledge hammer, requiring application of 75lbs 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  

• May perform duties in indoor shop or outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment

• Frequent exposure to weather elements

• Wearing of appropriate PPE required

Benefits: R. J. Corman Railroad Group, LLC is committed to providing its employees and their families with quality benefits. R. J. Corman offers the following benefits: 

Full-Time Team Members:  

• Railroad Retirement benefits
• 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.