KN100 Laborer Backhoe Operator

The R.J. Corman Railroad Company is currently seeking a Backhoe Operator/Laborer to join our team on our short line through Middlesboro, KY and Clinton, TN.

Responsibilities:  

• Operate Specialized equipment. (i.e. Backhoe, etc.) 


• Performs preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment. 


• Maintains proper equipment appearance and cleanliness. 


• May perform labor duties as needed. 


• Communicates with supervisor throughout the job process. 


• Ensures working conditions are safe, and proper PPE is being used as job duties require. 


• Follow DOT regulations; ensure proper permits and driving regulations are followed. 

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:   

• Demonstrated operation experience and equipment knowledge. 


• Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot simple mechanical failures. 


• Previous experience in railroad construction or maintenance preferred. 

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 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 sledge hammer 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.

Environmental Conditions:

• Performs duties in primarily outside environments, in and around moving locomotives, railcars, vehicles, and equipment. 


• Frequent exposure to weather elements:  appropriate PPE required.

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:

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.