Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer - Atlanta, GA

About the Role

Transporting, operating, and servicing heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments. Material handling of heavy steel chains, blocks, steel cables, and other devices. You will practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive, operate, and maintain CDL-A required vehicles and equipment
• Maintenance, cleaning, and set-up of equipment requiring use of small and large tools including cutting torch and welding
• Digging, hammering, and other physical types of work with various tools
• Follow DOT regulations, ensuring proper permits and driving regulations are followed
• Be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions
• Communicate with team and supervisor throughout the job process
• Operate heavy or specialized equipment (e.g., Sideboom, Track Loader, Excavator, Vac Truck, Grapple Truck, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to work on call 24/7 and travel frequently to job sites
• Must live within 45 minutes of the R.J. Corman shop
• 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.
• Comfortable with working at heights over 25 feet on railroad cars; on bridges, over water, or in water
• Love working outside

Benefits

• Guaranteed 40 hours per week with high potential for overtime
• Hotel and travel expenses paid for
• Company provided PPE
• On the job training provided and advancement opportunities
• 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
  • Prescription Safety Glasses Allowance