Prepper - Corinth, MS - R.J. Corman : Job Details

R.J. Corman Switching Company is currently seeking a Prepper to join our team in Corinth, MS.

Accountability: Performs the essential inspection and repair functions necessary to repair railcars for transportation.

Responsibilities:

* Through the use of backpack blowers and various scraping devices remove all debris and other contaminates which could potentially cause vehicle damage .

* Inspect railcars for damage/fatigue.

* Inspect and assist in opening and closing railcar doors.

* Identify repairs that can be performed by mechanics.

* Determine if railcar or vehicle securement devices need lubrication-if lubrication is required assist in the lubrication of hinge decks, end doors, and chock vehicle securement devices.

* Maintain accountability and maintenance for all equipment.

* Perform housekeeping duties as required by location management.

* Must be able to work mandatory overtime hours when operating requirements or other business needs of RJ Corman cannot be fulfilled during regular business hours

* Inspect vehicle securement devices to determine their fitness for use then store properly in railcar.

* Assist in repairing and lowering hinge decks.

* Inspect, repair, install and remove bridge plates.

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:

* GED or High school diploma

* Must maintain a valid state drivers license if required to operate company equipment.

* Meet and maintain all requirements contained in conditions of employment policy.

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to constantly work in a outdoor environment, exposed to all weather elements, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noisy conditions;

* Ability to frequently open railcar doors using pulling back force of 90lbs and pushing force of 68lbs.

* Must meet OSHA respirator use requirements.

* Ability to frequently operate gasoline power blower using a constant lateral sweeping motion with your arms.

* Ability to frequently tolerate fuel and exhaust vapors up to OSHA prescribed levels.

* Ability to occasionally work in areas with limited lighting.

* Ability to occasionally climb, using various types of ladders, to heights in excess of 16 feet.

* Ability to occasionally work in areas of limited lighting

* Ability to occasionally stand for periods of time greater than 2 hours.

* Ability to constantly work in area with less that 60 inches of vertical clearance.

* Must be able to hear work or safety instructions verbally communicated in normal speaking voice.

* Constantly required to use bending, squatting, twisting, walking motions on uneven surfaces throughout the entire work shift.

* Must possess normal depth perception and have a normal peripheral vision in both eyes.

* Must be able to work independently.

* Must be able to properly wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.

* Possess the equilibrium and ability to frequently cross 3-4 foot open spans at heights up to 16 feet.

* Ability the lift above shoulder height a weight of 50 lbs.

* Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 35lbs on your back climbing railcar ladder and crossing between decks.

Environmental Conditions: Must be able to perform specified duties outside in all weather conditions. A rapidly expanding company requires employees to be flexible with altering operating schedules. One must also expect physical work in inclement weather.

Job Dimensions: Must be able to perform duties under direct supervision, when given general direction with limited discretion. This position does not require supervision of fellow employees.

Benefits: R.J. Corman Railroad Company is committed to providing its full-time employees and their families with quality benefits. R.J. Corman offers the following:

* Railroad Retirement benefits

* 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.

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.