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Flash-Butt Welder Operator

R.J. Corman Railroad

Nicholasville, KYFull-timePosted 2mo agoStill listed 3w ago

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Compensation
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Location
Nicholasville, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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CDL-B

Job overview

R.J. Corman Railroad is hiring a Flash-Butt Welder Operator. R.J. Corman Railroad Services is seeking a Flash-Butt Welder Operator to repair rail using flash-butt welding equipment. This role involves safely operating and maintaining CDL-B required vehicles and heavy equipment, transporting equipment, and performing physical tasks. The operator will work outdoors in various weather conditions and communicate with the team and supervisor.

Key focus areas include Operate flash-butt welding equipment to repair rail, Safely drive, operate, and maintain CDL-B required vehicles and equipment, and Transporting, operating, and servicing heavy equipment.

Successful candidates bring CDL-B License, Flash-Butt Welder Experience, and Pass Background, Drug Screen, Physical Test. Important skills include Operate Flash-Butt Welding Equipment, Drive CDL-B Vehicles, Operate Heavy Equipment, Maintain Heavy Equipment, Transport Heavy Equipment, and Service Heavy Equipment. Preferred (not required): Operate Specialized Equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate Flash-Butt Welding EquipmentDrive CDL-B VehiclesOperate Heavy EquipmentMaintain Heavy EquipmentTransport Heavy EquipmentService Heavy EquipmentSafe Working HabitsUse Proper PPEMaintenance of EquipmentCleaning of EquipmentSet-Up of EquipmentUse Small ToolsUse Large ToolsDiggingHammeringFollow DOT RegulationsFollow Driving RegulationsWork Outside in All Weather ConditionsCommunicate With TeamCommunicate With SupervisorOperate Specialized Equipment

Qualifications

CDL-BPrevious Experience Operating Flash-Butt WelderPass Background CheckPass Drug ScreenPass Physical Capacity TestLifting 100 Lbs MaximumFrequent Lifting Up to 50 LbsComfortable Working at Heights Over 25 FeetLove Working Outside

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

Full job description

Who We Are:

R.J. Corman Railroad Services is a full-service railroad construction, maintenance-of-way and emergency response company with 17 divisions strategically located across the nation.

What You’ll Do:

  • Operate flash-butt welding equipment to repair rail

  • Safely drive, operate, and maintain CDL-B required vehicles and equipment

  • Transporting, operating, and servicing heavy equipment

  • Practice safe working habits and ensure proper PPE is being used

  • Maintenance, cleaning, and set-up of equipment requiring use of small and large tools

  • 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

  • Other duties as assigned

Why Work for R.J. Corman?

  • Operate heavy or specialized equipment

  • 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

What You’ll Need:

  • CDL-B required

  • Previous experience operating flash-butt welder required.

  • Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test

  • 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:

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:

  • 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.

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