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Burner I (Rdwy) at Progress Rail

Progress Rail · Albertville, United States Of America · Onsite

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Job Purpose

As a Burner for the Progress Rail Mobile Rail Take Up Division your primary job purpose is to support our team in the torch cutting operation. You will travel to a variety of locations across the continental Unites States, working on Class 1 Railroad rail lines torch cutting scrap railroad steel.

Company Description

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.

Education / Training

• Entry Level;
• No training required;
• We ask applicants are ambitious to learn.

Job Title

Burner - Mobile Rail Crew

City

Albertville

Key Job Elements

• The successful candidate will work primarily over the road and assist with daily rail cutting functions;
• Capable of performing job duties in a safe and professional manner;
• Must be able to quickly learn how to use a cutting torch to cut sections of the railroad track;
• Must be able to be away from home for 22 days on work schedule and then have 7 days scheduled off;
• Must be able to perform physical work of lifting up to 50 lbs periodically;
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions and perform duties outside, along railroad tracks.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must be able to travel and be away from home for 27 days at a time;
• Must be able to operate a cutting torch (or able to quickly learn);
• Must be able to pass a post-offer drug testing program and will be subject to random drug testing.

EEO

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

Benefits

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.

Job Category

Production - Hourly

State:

Alabama
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