Mechanic IV, Maint en Progress Rail

Competitive starting pay with quarterly production bonus and benefits starting on your first day!

Starting pay is based on experience; pay range $23.40 to $37.96 per hour plus shift differential of $1.50 per work hour.

2nd shift 4:00 pm to2:30 am M-TH + 7 Hours on Friday, generally 2pm to 9pm Requires the ability to work overtime based on work demands.

Training for this position is on first shift for 5 to 6 weeks (Monday-Friday; 5:30am to 4:00pm).

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.

• Associates or Vocational degree in a mechanical or electrical field or industrial maintenance or a combination of education and experience.

Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

Alorton

• Perform emergency/reactive repairs of production equipment and conduct follow-up evaluations to assess effectiveness of repair;
• Maintain equipment according to Preventative Maintenance program and maintenance work orders;
• Responsible for facility maintenance;
• Complete and submit maintenance documentation and issue new improvement opportunities for review;
• Provide ideas and solutions to unplanned equipment downtime through design change, inspection techniques or conditional monitoring;
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic controls;
• Read and understand equipment manuals, design drawings and electrical schematics to complete reactive and preventative maintenance;
• Assist in 5S to optimize productivity and sustain a safe and efficient working environment;
• Comply with all plant safety, OSHA and environmental regulations.

• 3 years of manufacturing/maintenance experience;
• Knowledge and familiarity with mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment;
• Proven fabrication and welding experience;
• Proven industrial maintenance experience;
• History of strong problem solving and continuous improvements;
• Able to identify and requisition replacement parts;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Willingness to learn new techniques, processes and procedures;
• Competence in computer skills;
• Strong communication skills;
• Ability to work in a highly responsive manner and ensure production schedules are met;
• Willingness to support maintenance activities on other shifts and on weekends as production schedules require;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form, with operators, supervisors, and managers;
• Ability to follow written work instructions.

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

Alorton

Illinois

$24.32 - $39.50