Hybrid Electrician I at Progress Rail

Electricians are responsible for the facility, equipment and machinery electrical work that includes inspecting, tests, repairing, installing, and modifying electrical components and systems.

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.

• Completion of an electrician apprenticeship program or an electrician program at a technical or trade school.

Electrician I

Montgomery

• Install, maintain, and enhance electrical systems and components, including fuses, lights, and wiring;
• Inspect. test, and diagnose issues with electrical systems and components perform all work in a manner that meets and follows electrical codes, blueprints, and standards;
• Test electrical systems and components to ensure proper functioning prepare, bend conduit and pull wires complete required documentation of repairs and service information ensure adequate inventory of necessary supplies and parts calibrate equipment to provided specifications perform preventative maintenance on electrical systems and components troubleshoot problems and make timely repairs
perform maintenance on IT Network;
• Operates a variety of equipment to include fork trucks cranes and other powered equipment troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment troubleshoot robotic systems and equipment read and work with programmable logic controllers direct and train workers to install maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and fixtures.

• Skill Level I- 0-2 years of experience;
• Skill Level II- 2-5 years of experience or Apprenticeship or Technical / Vocational Degree;
• Skill Level III 5+ years of experience or State Electrical License;
• Comfortable reading and understanding electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams working knowledge of electrical theory, and the associated principles, materials, and equipment ability to calculate basic mathematical problems.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:
• Strength – Ability to lift, push pull up to 50lbs repeatedly;
• Motion – Employee will stand for majority of the shift, will kneel, squat, stooping, overhead reach and climb step multiple times throughout the day;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to hear and see parts as they are machined, looking, and listening for deficiencies and machinery malfunctions. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and nonverbally;
• Work Environment – The majority of the time will be indoors, in non-temperature-controlled environments. Position is exposed to oils, lubricants and other substances used in the machining process;
• Emotional Demands – Position requires employees to be vigilant to ensure safety of everyone in the area. Requires decisions on the proper operation of machine;
• Safety – Position is a safety sensitive position. Position requires following all safety procedures, policies, and PPE requirements such that include hand, head, eye, hand, ear, and foot protection.

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

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.

Production - Hourly

Alabama