Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Heavy Equipment Operator
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company, Pueblo, Colorado, United States, 81004
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 Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred:
Heavy Equipment Certification.
Qualifications And Experience
Excavator / Wheel Loader experience preferred.
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 – Employee will sit for the majority of the shift, may kneel, squat and climb steps as needed throughout the day.
Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness. The ability to see details at close range or at a distance.
Work Environment – Work in all weather conditions.
Emotional Demands – Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Safety – Position is a safety sensitive position. Position requires following all safety procedures, policies and PPE requirements such as hand, head, eye, 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
Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full‑time/part‑time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.
EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Category Production - Hourly
PRS Facility Location Pueblo, CO Recycling - 284
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Temporary
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Railroad Equipment Manufacturing
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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 / Wheel Loader experience preferred.
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 – Employee will sit for the majority of the shift, may kneel, squat and climb steps as needed throughout the day.
Vision/Hearing Requirements – Must be able to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness. The ability to see details at close range or at a distance.
Work Environment – Work in all weather conditions.
Emotional Demands – Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Safety – Position is a safety sensitive position. Position requires following all safety procedures, policies and PPE requirements such as hand, head, eye, 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
Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full‑time/part‑time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.
EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Job Category Production - Hourly
PRS Facility Location Pueblo, CO Recycling - 284
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Temporary
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Railroad Equipment Manufacturing
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Pueblo, CO $75,000.00-$105,000.00
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