Job Purpose

Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair of all shop equipment and machines.

Company Description

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them.

We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future.

Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations.

Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers.

Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself.

From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

Key Job Elements

• Maintenance on lathes, mills, conveyors, overhead hoist, gear boxes, hydraulic and pneumatics systems, 480 volt electrical 3 phase equipment, PLC troubleshooting, etc.;
• Keep all equipment operational to ensure no production interruptions;
• Focus on continuous improvements to increase reliability and productivity of machines;
• Track equipment downtime;
• Installation of new equipment;
• Perform preventative maintenance as scheduled;
• Fill out work orders correctly.

Qualifications and Experience

• Ability to work Night Shift Hours and occasionally weekend hours
• Good understanding of electrical maintenance required;
• Must have completed understanding of work practices;
• Able to multi-task and work with minimal supervision;
• Previous machining experience preferred;
• Welding experience preferred;
• Ability to read precision gauges and instruments;
• Ability to read and understand mechanical maintenance manuals;
• Experience with AC / DC machine drives;
• Able to interact with production and scheduling supervision and machine operators.

Benefits

• 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 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.

Last updated : 2024-05-09