CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Construction

Please join us for our upcoming hiring event to interview for this position:

• Event Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
• Location: R. J. Corman Headquarters, 101 RJ Corman Drive, Nicholasville, KY 40356
• Morning Session: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Book your appointment here.

Who We Are

R.J. Corman Railroad Services is a full-service railroad construction, maintenance-of-way and emergency response company with 17 divisions strategically located across the nation.

Responsibilities

• Travel extensively in rotating schedule for adequate work life balance (typically 8 days on, 6 days off)
• Be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions
• Digging, hammering, and other physical types of work with various tools
• Operate heavy or specialized equipment (i.e. Tripp Mach, Mark IV Tamper, TKO, Regulator, M320, Trackhoe, Dozer, Crane, etc.)
• Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used
• Communicate with team and supervisor throughout the job process
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test
• Valid CDL-A with no restrictions, manual endorsement, and DOT medical card required
• Lifting 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• Love working outside

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

Why Work for R.J. Corman?

• Operate heavy or specialized equipment
• Hotel and travel expenses paid for
• Daily per diems
• Company provided PPE
• On the job training provided and advancement opportunities