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Progress Rail Services Corporation

Painter III

Muncie, IN · On-site

$17 - $23/hr

The paint process covers the locomotive interior, exterior, underframe, and truck parts. The Paint ... and mechanics, heavy structural assembly, and ability to use various hand and power tools and ...

MTA, Inc.

Car Appearance Maintainer

Kew Gardens, NY · On-site

$36.45/hr

Queens, NY, United States Regular/Temporary: Regular Department: Westside Yard Fleet Cleaning Date ... The Oiler services and cleans locomotives, transports supplies and materials, and performs a ...

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Acara Solutions

Test Technician

Sacramento, CA

$22 - $26/hr

Temp to Hire Industry: Manufacturing Compensation: $22 - $26 per hour DOE Schedule: 1st shift, 6am ... Perform electrical and mechanical commissioning on light rail, locomotive, and coaches.

Progress Rail Services Corporation

Welder II

Muncie, IN · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

From the rails themselves to the EMD ® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in ... Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The ...

Aurizon

Apprentice Mechanical Fitter

Stuart, FL

Permanent - Full Time, Temporary - Full Time Location: Stuart Categories: Apprentice, Trades ... Potentially rotate between our locomotive and wagon maintenance divisions About you: We are eager ...

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Union Pacific

Train Crew

Rawlins, WY

... 1 Locomotive Engineer. In your initial year of service, you can expect earnings of around $80,000 ... Temporary furloughs are possible depending on fluctuations in business volumes. Furloughs and ...

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1st & 2nd Shift Production Mechanic

Progress Rail Services Corporation

Muncie, IN • On-site

$24 - $29.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

Progress Rail rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 68 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

318th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Job Purpose
Assemblers/Mechanics use electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills to assemble locomotive parts and components. Operations include wiring, mechanical assembly, fabricating, and repair work.
Rebuild locomotive motors, Wheel sets and other locomotive parts and sub assemblies in accordance with AAR Regulations, customer specifications, company guidelines and checklists.
Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.
Education / Training
• High school diploma or equivalent required;
• 1-3 years of mechanical experienced preferred. (Gasoline, Diesel, Small Motor engine, or other vehicular mechanical experience a plus).
Key Job Elements
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Progress Rail safety policies;
• Inspect, maintain, trouble shoot, diagnose and rebuild locomotive motors and wheel sets;
• Measuring with micrometers and other precision tools;
• Operate Overhead Cranes and forklifts;
• Consistently complete production related documents legibly without error;
• Follow Quality Work Instructions and work as a valued team member with others;
• Work as a valued team member.
Qualifications and Experience
• Capable use of hands and power tools, including pneumatic tools;
• Work around overhead cranes and mobile equipment;
• Work on varied surfaces (concrete floors, gravel, dirt, railroad tracks);
• Read precision instruments and gauges;
• Constant standing, walking;
• Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching;
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**
  • Competitive Salary
  • 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
  • Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time-Off (PTO)
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
  • Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
  • Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.

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About Progress Rail

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Our team works hard to create lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence. We care about fostering the sustainable movement of goods and people for generations to come, and we know our customers care, too. Our strategic footprint ensures responsive, quality customer support all day, every day. We are one of the largest integrated diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signaling, rail welding and Kershaw® Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations. Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions.

Industry

Consumer goods and commercial equipment rental services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Albertville, AL, US

Year founded

1983

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