Progress Rail Services
11056BR
PRS Facility Location:
Roanoke, VA Draft Gears Shop - 163
Job Purpose:
To requalify draft gears with disassemble and assembly processes meeting AAR specifications.
Req ID:
11056BR
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 or equivalent.
Job Title:
Draft Gear Assembler
City:
Roanoke
Key Job Elements:
Minimum duties and responsibilities
• Inspect Inbound Draft Gears for signs of distress, fire damage, missing, broken, lose or cracked housing;
• Disassemble Draft Gear for thorough inspecting and routing;
• Bring all weld specifications back to tolerance by welding department;
• Paint Draft Gear housing;
• Re assemble Draft Gear parts with new or requalified/reconditioned internal parts;
• After inspection, Draft Gear is moved to test, to comply with AAR requirements;
• When completed place Draft Gear on Pallet with strap and wrap;
• Prepare to ship.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Ability to communicate effectively to include reading and writing in English;
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read precision instruments and gauges;
• Understand technical drawings and work instructions;
• Capable of using hand and power tools, including Pneumatic tools;
• Work around and operate overhead cranes;
• Visual Acuity.
EEO:
Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Benefits:
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**
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.
Job Category:
Production - Hourly
State::
Virginia
PRS Facility Location:
Roanoke, VA Draft Gears Shop - 163
Job Purpose:
To requalify draft gears with disassemble and assembly processes meeting AAR specifications.
Req ID:
11056BR
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 or equivalent.
Job Title:
Draft Gear Assembler
City:
Roanoke
Key Job Elements:
Minimum duties and responsibilities
• Inspect Inbound Draft Gears for signs of distress, fire damage, missing, broken, lose or cracked housing;
• Disassemble Draft Gear for thorough inspecting and routing;
• Bring all weld specifications back to tolerance by welding department;
• Paint Draft Gear housing;
• Re assemble Draft Gear parts with new or requalified/reconditioned internal parts;
• After inspection, Draft Gear is moved to test, to comply with AAR requirements;
• When completed place Draft Gear on Pallet with strap and wrap;
• Prepare to ship.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Ability to communicate effectively to include reading and writing in English;
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read precision instruments and gauges;
• Understand technical drawings and work instructions;
• Capable of using hand and power tools, including Pneumatic tools;
• Work around and operate overhead cranes;
• Visual Acuity.
EEO:
Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Benefits:
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**
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.
Job Category:
Production - Hourly
State::
Virginia