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

Heavy Equipment Operator – Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company

Location: Vidor, Texas

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, is one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Founded in 1983 and operating in over 100 countries, the company delivers comprehensive solutions to railway customers.

Job Purpose

Operate one or several types of powered heavy equipment. The operator will perform a variety of skilled or semi‑skilled tasks involving the operation, servicing, and maintenance of heavy equipment in an industrial setting.

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

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

Qualifications And Experience

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

Essential and Physical Activities Functions

• Strength – Able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Motion – Will sit for majority of shift, may kneel, squat and climb steps as needed.
• Vision/Hearing – Must detect differences in sound pitch and loudness; see details at close range or distance.
• Work Environment – Work in all weather conditions.
• Emotional Demands – Accept criticism and handle high stress situations calmly.
• Safety – Position requires following all safety procedures, policies and PPE requirements for hand, head, eye, hand, ear and foot protection.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary.
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance.
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance along with HDHP/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.

Job Category

Production - Hourly

Facility Location

Vidor, TX Recycling - 438

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Temporary

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Railroad Equipment Manufacturing

EEO Statement

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