Construction Heavy Equipment Operator​/Laborer - Nicholasville, KY

Requisition Number: CONST
001841

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• Posted :
  March 10, 2026
• Full-Time

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Fred Mudge Building
401 Enterprise Drive
Nicholasville, KY 40356, USA

Fred Mudge Building
401 Enterprise Drive
Nicholasville, KY 40356, USA

. J. Corman Railroad Services is hiring forLaborers and Heavy Equipment Operatorsfor our railroad construction company. Work consists of performing new track construction and rehabilitation for our railroad customers across the United States.

Perks of the job:

• Opportunity to travel extensively and work outside
• Operate heavy or specialized equipment. (i.e. Tripp Mach, Mark IV Tamper, TKO, Regulator, M320, Trackhoe, Dozer, Crane, etc.)
• Rotating travel schedule for adequate work life balance (typically 8 days on, 6 days off)
• Hotel and travel expenses paid for
• Company provided PPE

Why work for R. J. Corman?

• Safety is our #1 priority
• Competitive wages
• Benefits start day one – health, dental, vision
• Paid time off - accrual starts day one
• 401k with generous company match
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform construction or maintenance tasks associated with railroad tracks
• Operate heavy or specialized equipment
• Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used
• Be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions
• Communicate with team and supervisor throughout the job process

What does it take to be a Laborer or Heavy Equipment Operator for R. J. Corman?

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must pass drug screen and physical capacity test
• Mobility to participate in frequent travel to and from project location
• Requires lifting of up to 100lbs in performance of duties

Benefits: 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:

Full-Time Team Members:

• Immediate Eligibility Starting Day One of Employment:
• 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
• Employee Discounts from Various Suppliers
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Provided PPE

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.

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