Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company · 4 months ago
Car Repairer
Sidney, NE
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $21/hrProgress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, is a leading provider of railroad products and services. They are seeking a Car Repairer responsible for the removal, fabrication, fitment, and welding of railcar parts and components, ensuring compliance with safety policies and time standards.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Removal, fabrication, fitment and welding of railcar parts, components and structures
Repair or replace worn mechanical components
Fabricate, assemble or disassemble manufactured products
Read blueprints, technical drawings, tape measure
Read and understand work order and record repairs correctly
Understand service and repair manuals and apply constraints to repairs and modifications being performed
Use oxy/fuel torch, arc welding equipment and power tools
Apply decals, stenciling and touch-up painting on railcars
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies
Perform all duties and responsibilities within time standards allowed
Qualification
Required
Removal, fabrication, fitment and welding of railcar parts, components and structures
Repair or replace worn mechanical components
Fabricate, assemble or disassemble manufactured products
Read blueprints, technical drawings, tape measure
Read and understand work order and record repairs correctly
Understand service and repair manuals and apply constraints to repairs and modifications being performed
Use oxy/fuel torch, arc welding equipment and power tools
Apply decals, stenciling and touch-up painting on railcars
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies
Perform all duties and responsibilities within time standards allowed
Mechanical aptitude
Read precision instruments and gauges
Work from blueprints and technical drawings
Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools, cutting torches and welding machines
Work around and operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment
Work from heights over 6'
Work on varied surfaces (concrete floors, gravel, rail car floors)
Constant standing, walking
Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching, climbing ladders
Must be able to push, pull and lift up to 50 lbs
Must have a valid drivers license
Be able to push, pull or carry up to 50 lbs
Constant standing and walking
Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching, climbing ladders
Frequent work below waist level and above shoulder level
High noise levels (above 85 decibels)
Work from heights over 6”
Work on varied surfaces (concrete floors, gravel, rail car floors)
Work around and operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment
Must be able to work alone and in team setting
This is a safety Sensitive Position. It requires work on and around rails and heavy equipment. This Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e blue flag) and use of all PPE requirements such that include hand, head, eye, hand, ear and foot protection
Preferred
Prefer High School Education or GED
Benefits
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
Company
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Our team creates lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence.
Founded in 1983
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-06-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Paul Denton
SVP International Sales
Recent News
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