Heavy Equipment Operator Job at Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company in Trinity

Overview

Heavy Equipment Operator role at Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company. The Equipment Operator will perform a variety of skilled or semi-skilled tasks involving the operation, servicing, and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate Wheel Loader and/or tracked heavy equipment to move and process railcars and various scrap materials;
• Operate skid steer or forklift to stage and palletize small parts;
• Load and unload materials for transport;
• Perform basic maintenance as needed;
• Effectively communicate with team members and customers;
• Complete daily inspection and record keeping of equipment.

Education / Training

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Heavy Equipment Certification.

Qualifications And Experience

• Excavator/track hoe or wheel loader experience required;
• Background experience in safely operating heavy equipment;
• Railroad or industrial labor experience preferred;
• Inspection of heavy equipment;
• General maintenance knowledge of mobile track equipment.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions

• Strength – Able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance;
• Motion – Sit for the majority of the shift, may kneel, squat and climb steps as needed;
• Vision/Hearing – Must detect differences between sounds and have the ability to see details at close range or distance;
• Work Environment – Work in all weather conditions;
• Emotional Demands – Able to handle criticism and high-stress situations calmly and effectively;
• Safety – This is a safety sensitive position requiring following all safety procedures, policies and PPE requirements (hand, head, eye, hand, ear and foot protection).

Benefits

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

Job Category

Production - Hourly

PRS Facility Location

Decatur, AL Scrap - 182

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Railroad Equipment Manufacturing