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

Overview

Heavy Equipment Operator at Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

Job purpose: The Equipment Operator will perform a variety of skilled or semi-skilled tasks involving the operation, servicing, and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Req ID: 11346BR

Key Job Elements

• 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 – Ability to detect differences between sounds and see details at close range or distance
• Work Environment – Work in all weather conditions
• Emotional Demands – Accepting criticism and maintaining composure in high-stress situations
• Safety – Safety sensitive position; must follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements including hand, head, eye, ear and foot protection

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match (immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance with an HDHP and HSA
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 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 position; plan documents govern coverage
• EOE Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Job Details

• Job Category: Production - Hourly
• Facility Location: Decatur, AL Scrap - 182
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Railroad Equipment Manufacturing

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