Mechanic II, Maint

Progress Rail

Sidney, Nebraska

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Arc Welding, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Blueprints, Cargo/Freight, Caterpillar Equipment, Computer Skills, Crane, Environmental Regulations, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Mobile Plant/Equipment, OSHA, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, Pneumatic Tools, Preventative Maintenance, Production Machining, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Property Maintenance, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Schematics, Staff Training, Technical Drawing, Welding

LOCATION

Sidney, Nebraska

POSTED

12 days ago

PRS Facility Location
Sidney, NE Freight Car Repair - 042
Job Purpose
The Maintenance Mechanic maintains equipment according to the Preventive Maintenance program, diagnoses and repairs mechanical problems and performs emergency and proactive repairs of buildings and grounds, production equipment and machinery while minimizing down time.

**OFFERRING $3,000 SIGN ON BONUS**
Req ID
11907BR
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
- High School Diploma; required
- 1-2 years of experience. Certified/Licensed in Industrial Maintenance and/or experience as an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Job Title
Maintenance Mechanic
City
Sidney
Key Job Elements
-Core competencies are:
Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Welding/Cutting, Service/Repair of equipment, General office and shop repairs.
- Knowledge of LOTO and SDS is required;
- Maintain equipment according to Preventive Maintenance program;
- Repair emergency/reactive repairs of production equipment and machinery minimizing downtime;
- Diagnose and repair mechanical problems, replace or repair parts to mechanical, electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic components;
- Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures;
- Fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products;
- Read blueprints, technical drawings, measuring devices;
- Read and understand work order and record repairs correctly;
- Understand service and repair manuals and apply constraints to repairs and modifications being performed;
- Use oxy/fuel torch arc welding equipment and power tools;
- Performs inspection of completed maintenance and documents results;
- Completes and maintains paperwork for maintenance performed;
- Assists in other work areas as needed and directed by the department supervisor;
- Operate forklifts, overhead cranes and other equipment as necessary;
- Comply with all plant safety and environmental regulations and maintains a safe, organized, and clean work environment;
- Read and follow QWI and other work instructions necessary to properly assemble product.
- Train other employees
Qualifications and Experience
- Basic computer skills;
- OSHA 10 hours certified;
- Mechanic and technical aptitude;
- Work from blueprints and technical drawings;
- Read precision instruments and gauges;
- Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools, cutting torches, and welding machines;
- PLC experience
- Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:
Strength:
Position requires lifting of 50lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces while repairing locomotive or locomotive components;
Motion:
Position requires standing majority of the day. Occasional sitting, frequent walking, climbing of steps and stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching with hands and arms; using hand to finger, handle or feel objects, and tools or controls;
Vision/Hearing Requirements:
Position is exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. Specific vision abilities include long & short distance, sight, depth perception & focusing;
The use of proper PPE is required. The position requires the ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions;
Work Environment:
Position can be located inside or outside, dependent on situation. When inside, the employees are subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. When outside employees are subject to all weather elements. In both cases, employees will work with oils and other lubricants. The environment requires working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, mobile equipment, and other machinery.
Emotional Demands -
Employee is expected to

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