Maintenance and Repair Tech - Immediate Hire

PRS Facility Location:

EMD LaGrange Bargaining Unit - 406

Under general supervision by the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Technicians perform general facility maintenance and repair tasks of average to considerable difficulty to ensure that the facility remains in a presentable, operable and efficient condition.

Tasks include ensuring proper working condition of mechanical systems, assist electricians, welding, carpentry, and additional projects and general trades’ tasks.

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:

• High school diploma or equivalent GED required;
• Completion of a skilled trades apprenticeship preferred;
• Specialized training in a facility maintenance or technical related field preferred;

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician duties are focused in historical skilled trades crafts;

• Consistently meet and/or exceed customer expectations by working with a sense of urgency in the performance of all tasks to assure timely completion with a high regard to quality;
• Perform Preventative Maintenance and Corrective Maintenance on a wide range of facility systems including, but not limited to, pumps, motors, filtering devices, air conditioning and heating equipment and other mechanical devices which requires the ability to grasp, hold, bend and twist a wide range of tools, equipment and materials;
• Respond to emergency requests for repair services, diagnoses problems and either immediately make repairs or call on supervision for additional assistance or direction;
• Operate a wide variety of hand tools and powered equipment used in the maintenance of the facility such as saws, drills, torches, sanders, cutters, grinders and other maintenance equipment;
• Perform basic plumbing, electrical, painting, masonry, welding, carpentry, dry wall and other trades related tasks;
• Schedule and monitor the facility Building Automation System (BAS). Perform regular scheduled filter replacement for all building systems;
• Complete maintenance service requests and preventative maintenance in a timely manner. Recommend repairs needed on equipment and facility structures. Prepare and submit time, material and cost reports;
• Accurately maintain maintenance/repair records, inventory logs and replacement schedules for equipment and supplies in the company CMMS or other logs as directed;
• Minimum of five (5) years experience in general facility maintenance, construction, as a Handyman or a related field;
• Proficiency in multiple skilled crafts such as rigging, welding, woodworking, drywall, minor plumbing, minor electrical, painting, tile work, HVAC, mechanical repairs;
• Shall be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in performing temporary and permanent repairs on a variety of building areas;
• Operational characteristics, services and activities of building maintenance programs including mechanical, welding, painting, carpentry, dry wall, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, grounds keeping, machinery and masonry work;
• Proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools;
• Relevant federal, state, and local regulations.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions

• Position is exposed to cutting torches and welding operations. In both cases, employees will work with oils, lubricants and other lubricants;
• Safety – Position is safety sensitive, as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.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 Services.

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

Production - Hourly

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.*

• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program