Diesel or Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Purpose

Currently hiring for the weekend shift that works Friday - Sunday, 6am - 6pm or 3rd Shift that works M-Th 8pm-6am. Full benefits are available.

These positions will work on the engine line in one of the following areas: teardown, components, wash, magnaflux/dimension, camshaft/stacks, hole repair, sub assembly, initial assembly, final assembly, dyno (test), retorque, or engine prep.

Req ID

10345BR

Work Location Options

Mayfield

City

Mayfield

State:

Kentucky

Company Description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Key Job Elements

• Follow written/scope of work instructions and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely;
• Use electric and air operated hand tools accurately and safely;
• Operate overhead cranes and rolling equipment (i.e tugger and fork truck) accurately and safely;
• Complete and document jobs in a timely manner per traveler requirements/QWI’s/work instructions;
• Work with little or no supervision consistently, accurately, and safely;
• Identify different engine models consistently and accurately;
• Troubleshoot and recognize problems accurately and safely;
• Read precision instruments and gauges accurately and safely;
• Keep work area clean and organized consistently and safely;
• Work as a team and assist other team members as needed consistently and safely.
  
  
  

Education / Training

• High School Education or GED;
• Certified/Licensed Mechanics OR Diesel, Automobile, Aircraft Heavy Equipment, Farm Equipment.
  
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Mechanic required, preferably diesel or heavy equipment mechanic;
• Must have basic computer skills;
• Must have strong Mechanical aptitude;
• Must have ability to read precision instruments, micrometers, and gauges accurately and safely.
  
  
  

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

Mayfield, KY Locomotive - 260