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Mechanical Team Member - Prichard, WV

R.J. Corman Railroad

Prichard, WVFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2y agoVerified open 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Prichard, WV
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

R.J. Corman Railroad is hiring a Mechanical Team Member - Prichard, WV. R. J. Corman Switching Company is seeking Mechanical Team Members to join their growing team in Prichard, WV. Responsibilities include performing railcar inspections and repairs, tracking documentation, and ensuring a clean and safe work environment. The role requires physical stamina for strenuous work, frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting objects up to 80 lbs.

Key focus areas include Perform railcar inspections to identify defects, Perform railcar repairs per AAR standards, and Track and document repairs as required.

Successful candidates bring Ability to Lift 80 lbs and Physical Strenuous Work Ability. Important skills include Hydraulic Tools, Power Tools, Communication, People Skills, and Develop Team Work. Preferred (not required): Welding and Oxygen/Acetylene Torching.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hydraulic ToolsPower ToolsCommunicationPeople SkillsDevelop Team WorkWeldingOxygen/Acetylene Torching

Qualifications

Perform Physical Strenuous WorkAble to Frequently Bend, Stoop, Kneel, and CrouchLift and Carry Objects Weighing Up to 80 LbsWalk, Climb, and Maintain Balance on Equipment, Stairs, Ladders, Uneven Terrain, Rails and Ballast in a Safe MannerNavigate Into Confined Spaces if NecessaryRailcar Mechanical Experience

Benefits

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

Full job description

R. J. Corman Switching Company is hiring Mechanical Team Members to join our growing team in Prichard, WV.  

Responsibilities:

  • Perform railcar inspections to identify defects.

  • Perform railcar repairs per AAR standards.

  • Track and document repairs as required.

  • Ensure that vehicles and shops kept clean & safe.

  • Ensure that the employees are working in a safe manner.

  • Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements:

  • Railcar Mechanical experience preferred.

  • Welding and oxygen/acetylene torching experience a plus.

  • General knowledge of hydraulic and power tools.

  • Must have good communication and people skills with demonstrated ability to develop team work and work with all levels of personnel in achieving our goals.

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 80 lbs.

  • 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 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:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (immediate eligibility starting day one of employment)

  • Company paid life insurance

  • Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance

  • Voluntary identity theft protection

  • Flexible spending account benefits

  • Paid maternity leave

  • 8 paid holidays

  • Paid time off (accrual starts day one of employment)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • 401K retirement savings plan

  • Work boot allowance

  • Employee referral program

  • Annual tickets to My Old KY Dinner Train

R.J. Corman Railroad is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action 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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