Heavy Equipment Operator​/Laborer - Memphis, TN

R. J. Corman is currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in Memphis, TN.

• 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.

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:

• 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

• 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.