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Maintenance Mechanic

Progress Rail
Mayfield, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/15/2026

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Mechanic maintains equipment according to the Preventive Maintenance program, diagnoses and repairs mechanical problems and performs emergency and proactive repairs of buildings and grounds, production equipment and machinery while minimizing down time. We have openings on our afternoon and night shifts.
12:30pm - 8:30pm (Monday - Friday)
10:00pm - 6:30am (Monday - Thursday)

Req ID

10824BR

Work Location Options

Mayfield, KY

City

Mayfield

State:

Kentucky

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.

Key Job Elements

Minimum duties and responsibilities:
  • Core competencies are:
o Electrical;
o Hydraulics;
o Pneumatics;
o Welding/Cutting;
o CNC Controls;
o Service/Repair of equipment;
  • Knowledge of LOTO and SDS is required;
  • Maintain equipment according to Preventative Maintenance program;
  • Repair emergency/reactive repairs of production equipment and machinery minimizing downtime;
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical problems, replace or repair parts to mechanical, electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic components;
  • Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures;
  • Performs inspection of completed maintenance and documents results;
  • Completes and maintains paperwork for maintenance performed;
  • Assists in other work areas as needed and directed by the department supervisor;
  • Operate Forklifts, overhead cranes, and other equipment as necessary;
  • Comply with all plant safety and environmental regulations and maintains a safe, organized, and clean work environment;
  • Read and follow QWI and other work instructions necessary to properly assemble product.

Advanced duties and responsibilities:
  • Install and repair facility equipment;
  • Train other employees.

Education / Training

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required;
  • Journeyman’s card or 2 year degree in skilled trade preferred.

Qualifications and Experience

Two (2) or more years industrial, mechanical maintenance experience, preferably in an automotive, machining or manufacturing environment. Journeyman machine repair, toolmaker, millwright or pipe fitter is preferred.

  • Certified/Licensed Industrial Maintenance Mechanic;
  • Basic computer skills;
  • OSHA 10 hours certified;
  • Mechanic and technical aptitude;
  • Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment;
  • Ability to read and understand hydraulic and pneumatic schematics;
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints;
  • General machine rebuild skills required;
  • Perform predictive and preventative maintenance;
  • Perform other essential duties as assigned by management.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions
  • Strength – Position requires lifting of 50lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces while repairing locomotive or locomotive components;
  • Motion – Position requires standing majority of the day. Occasional sitting, frequent walking, climbing of steps and stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling; reaching with hands & arms; using hands to finger, handle or feel objects, and tools or controls;
  • Vision/Hearing Requirements – Position is exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. Specific vision abilities include long & short distance sight, depth perception & focusing. The use of proper PPE is required. The position requires the ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions;
  • Work Environment – Position can be located inside or outside, dependent on situation. When inside, the employees are subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. When outside employees are subject to all weather elements. In both cases, employees will work with oils and other lubricants. The environment requires working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, mobile equipment, and other machinery;
  • Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to work and cooperate as part of team in order to meet production requirements;
  • Safety – Position is safety sensitive, as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e. blue flag) and use of all PPE.

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.

EEO

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.


Job Category

Production - Hourly

PRS Facility Location

Mayfield, KY Locomotive - 260

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