Job Purpose
Manages operational activities and strategic responsibilities for all day-to-day maintenance activities, staying within the available budget and communicating department needs with upper management.
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.
Education / Training
- High school graduate with some college preferred;
- 5-7 years of experience working in a team environment, supervising and training technicians, overseeing repairs, managing budgets, inventory control, and scheduling day-to-day activities;
- Familiarity and current knowledge of NFPA standards and building codes;
- Ability to work together in a team environment; ability to manage a diverse workforce;
- Organizational / people skills; understanding of scheduling and manpower planning; negotiation / analytical skills; ability to see the big picture;
- Computer skills, including proficiency with Excel and other MS Office tools;
- Extreme Mechanical Abilities;
- Blue Print knowledge and ability to interpret detail in said Prints;
- Ladder Logic;
- PLC;
- Integration;
- Troubleshooting;
- Hydraulic;
- Pneumatic;
- Welding;
- Machining Understanding;
- Plumbing;
- Electrical;
- Air actuation;
- Pressure Systems.
Key Job Elements
Manages a team of maintenance technicians and supervisors; schedules and oversees all maintenance- related work;Ensures all maintenance operations are done within company policies and in accordance with OSHA guidelines;Ensures facility satisfies all industry regulations;Manages budget for maintenance operations; forecasts, orders, and negotiates prices for spare parts inventory by developing and implementing a proactive maintenance program;Seeks out and identifies new methods, tools, and assets for improving productivity and cutting costs;Coordinate's completion of complex repair projects;Keeps track of ongoing maintenance work, troubleshoots issues, and keeps teams on track;Maintains knowledge of changing technologies and resources;Interviews, hires, manages, and takes care of other HR-related duties for maintenance staff;Prepares and executes capital projects as necessary, including utility modifications (domestic water, fire water protection pump system), sewers (sanitary, storm, industrial waste), electrical power feed, etc.;Provides upkeep and continuous improvement for the facility;Manages all facility maintenance, including reactive repairs, employee requests, and preventative maintenance per schedule;Provides oversight of contracted support services : housekeeping, grounds and landscaping, snow removal, elevator support, vehicle maintenance, etc.;Performs additional job-related duties as assigned.Qualifications and Experience
Strength - Position typically involves work in an industrial environment. Frequent standing, sitting, and walking. Work level ranges from light to occasional very heavy-level lifting (50 pounds);Motion - Position regularly requires standard motions associated with leading and demonstrating in an industrial environment. Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and handling;Vision / Hearing Requirements - Constant verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;Work Environment - Position is Safety Sensitive and will require the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Position may involve work in a non-temperature-controlled environment. Position is located in an industrial environment, including frequent potential for noise (85 decibels), exposure to extreme temperatures, exposure to hazardous materials, heavy equipment, atmospheric exposure, and other hazardous working conditions;Emotional Demands - High level of responsibility. Responsible for supervision of the maintenance mission. Requires significant interpersonal skills while sustaining very high standards;Safety - Position is Safety sensitive and will require the use of Personal Protective Equipment.Equal Opportunity Employer - Race / Color / Sex / Religion / National Origin / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Vets / Disabilities
Benefits
Competitive Salary401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)Medical / Dental / Vision / Life / Disability InsuranceSupplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed moneyFlexible Spending AccountsPaid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Time-Off (PTO)Employee Assistance PlanEducation Assistance ProgramEmployee Recognition ProgramsSite specific Production and Incentive PlansSite specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment PlansSite Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus ProgramsBenefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time / part-time and regular / temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
