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Car Repairer

Progress Rail
Sidney, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2024 CLOSED ON 4/27/2024

Job Posting for Car Repairer at Progress Rail

Job Purpose

Removal, fabrication, fitment and welding of railcar parts, components and structures.

Starting pay at $19.00/hr - Opportunity to take 17 skills tests for pay raises at $0.25 each.


$3,000 Sign-On Bonus
Req ID

9172BR

City

Sidney


State:
Nebraska

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

Key Job Elements


  • 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.
Education / Training


  • Prefer High School Education or GED.
Qualifications and Experience


  • 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*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 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.


EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Job Category

Production - Hourly

PRS Facility Location

Sidney, NE Freight Car Repair - 042
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