R. J. Corman Railroad Services is currently seeking a Grapple Truck Operator to join our team in Nicholasville, KY. Responsibilities: • Transport, operate, and service heavy equipment used in railroad derailment recovery. • Safely operate grapple trucks and other CDL-A vehicles/equipment. • Handle heavy steel chains, blocks, cables, and other recovery materials. • Perform equipment maintenance, cleaning, and setup. • Use hand and power tools, including cutting torches and welding equipment. • Perform manual labor such as digging and hammering. • Follow DOT regulations and permit requirements. • Maintain safe work practices and proper PPE usage. • Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members. • Perform other duties as assigned. Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience: • Valid CDL-A license with no restrictions and manual endorsement required. • Valid DOT Medical Card required. • Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe vehicle operation. • Ability to operate heavy equipment such as grapple trucks, sidebooms, track loaders, excavators, and vac trucks. • Experience with or ability to learn welding, cutting torch operations, and equipment maintenance. • Must pass a background check, drug screen, and physical capacity test. • On-the-job training provided. Physical Requirements: • Lift up to 100 pounds maximum. • Frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. • Perform physically demanding tasks, including digging and material handling. • Comfortable working at heights over 25 feet on railroad cars and bridges. • Ability to work over or in water. Environmental Requirements: • Work outdoors in all weather conditions. • Work in railroad recovery and construction environments. • Exposure to elevated work areas, bridges, and water-related worksites. • Must enjoy and be comfortable working outdoors for extended periods. 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.