Thermite Welder

Nicholasville, KY, USAFull-timePosted Oct 9, 2026

Job description

R. J. Corman Railroad Services is seeking a Thermite Welder to join our team in Nicholasville, KY.

Responsibilities

Operate thermite welding equipment to repair rail. 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. Specialized or Technical Knowledge, Education and Experience: Previous experience in thermite welding required.

Knowledge of DOT regulations, permits, and driving requirements. Must pass background, drug screen, and physical capacity test. Physical Requirements: Lifting 100 lbs. maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs. Ability to perform digging, hammering, and other physical types of work with various tools.

Environmental Conditions: Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions. 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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