CDL-A Heavy Equipment Operator / Laborer - Albany, NY

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Key Responsibilities

Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments. Handle heavy steel chains, blocks, steel cables, and other recovery devices.

Requirements Summary

Valid CDL-A driver's license required. Valid DOT Medical Card required. Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation compliance.

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OtherHeavy Equipment Operator

RJ Corman Railroad Services is currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in Albany, NY.

Responsibilities

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→Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in clearing railroad derailments.
→Handle heavy steel chains, blocks, steel cables, and other recovery devices.
→Practice safe work habits and ensure proper PPE is used.
→Safely drive, operate, and maintain CDL-A vehicles and equipment.
→Perform maintenance, cleaning, and setup of equipment.
→Use small and large tools, including cutting torches and welding equipment.
→Perform manual labor such as digging, hammering, and other physical tasks.
→Follow DOT regulations, permits, and driving requirements.
→Communicate with team members and supervisors throughout projects.
→Complete other assigned duties as needed.

Valid CDL-A driver's license required.
Valid DOT Medical Card required.
Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation compliance.
Ability to safely operate heavy equipment such as:
- Sideboom
- Track Loader
- Excavator
- Vac Truck
- Grapple Truck
Experience or willingness to learn equipment maintenance, welding, and cutting torch operations.
Ability to work on-call 24/7 and travel frequently to job sites.
Must pass a background check, drug screen, and physical capacity test.
On-the-job training provided.

Requirements

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Lift up to 100 pounds maximum.
Frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Perform physically demanding tasks such as digging, hammering, and material handling.
Work comfortably at heights exceeding 25 feet on railroad cars and bridges.
Ability to work over water or in water.
Pass a physical capacity test.

Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Available for frequent travel to job sites.
Must be able to respond to on-call assignments 24/7.
Comfortable working in railroad environments, including:
- Elevated locations
- Bridges
- Areas over or in water
- Active derailment recovery sites
Must live within 45 minutes of the R.J. Corman shop.
Enjoy working outdoors.

What We Offer

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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.