• Ground/Locomotive Operator

    Progress Rail Services Corp. (Mayfield, KY)


    11279BR

    PRS Facility Location:

    Mayfield, KY Locomotive - 260

    Job Purpose:

    This is a full-time position. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 2pm-10pm.

     

    The ground/locomotive operator is responsible for the safe movement of locomotives in and around the Mayfield facility.

    Req ID:

    11279BR

    Company Description:

    Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

    Education / Training:

    High School Education or GED preferred.

    Job Title:

    Ground/Locomotive Operator

    City:

    Mayfield

    Key Job Elements:

    Key Job Elements

    • Communicate by radio with operator, ground person, supervisors/lead;

    • Operation of track switches;

    • Operate forklifts to empty bins when not moving locomotives;

    • Read and understand written and oral work instructions;

    • Able to prioritize workload based on shop needs;

    • Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies.

    Qualifications and Experience:

    • Operation of heavy equipment preferred;

    • Mechanical aptitude;

    • Proven ability to work safely with minimal supervision;

    • Able to complete work functions with minimal direction;

    • Must have strong communication skills;

    • Previous experience operating larger heavy equipment preferred.

    Essential and Physical Activities Functions

    • Strength –

    o Push/pull up to 150 lbs;

    o Carrying up to 50 lbs;

    • Motion –

    o Good manual dexterity;

    o Constant standing and walking; o Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching, climbing ladders;

    • Vision/Hearing Requirements –

    o Good visual/distance skills;

    o High noise levels (above 85 decibels);

    • Work Environment –

    o Able to work a variety of weather conditions such as extreme heat and cold, rain, snow, and/or humidity;

    o Work on varied surfaces (concrete floors, gravel, rail car floors);

    o Constant holding ladder and riding on side of moving equipment;

    o Work within close proximity to moving mechanical parts, in high, precarious places;

    o Work around and operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment;

    • Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to work and cooperate as part of team in order to meet production requirements;

    • Safety – Position is safety sensitive, as it requires working in and around live tracks. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e blue flag) and use of all PPE.

    EEO:

    Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vets

    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._

    Job Category:

    Production - Hourly

    Work Location Options:

    Mayfield

    State::

    Kentucky