Car Repair Trainee

Company: Progress Rail
Location: Covington
Posted on: April 3, 2021

Job Description:

Education / Training Prefer High School Education or GED; Welding experience preferred but not required. Key Job Elements Removal, fabrication, fitment and welding of railcar parts, components and structures; Repair or replace worn mechanical components; Fabricate, assemble or disassemble manufactured products; Inspect rails cars and troubleshoot mechanical issues; Read blueprints, technical drawings, tape measure; Read and understand work order and record repairs correctly; Understand service and repair manuals and apply constraints to repairs and modifications being performed; Use oxy/fuel torch, arc welding equipment and power tools; Apply decals, stenciling and touch-up painting on railcars; Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies; Perform all duties and responsibilities within time standards allowed. Non-temperature controlled facility; Work outside in 0-100 degree F; High noise levels (above 85 decibels); High levels of dust. Qualifications and Experience Mechanical aptitude; Read precision instruments and gauges; Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools, cutting torches and welding machines; Work around and operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment; Work from heights over 6 ; Work on varied surfaces (concrete floors, gravel, rail car floors); Constant standing, walking; Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, overhead reaching, climbing ladders; Frequent work below waist level and above shoulder level; Push/pull up to 50 lbs; Carrying up to 50lbs. EEO Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities Benefits Progress Rail Services Corporation and its subsidiary and affiliate companies offer an excellent total compensation package* including competitive salary, 401(k) plan with company match, available medical/dental/life/disability insurance coverage and paid vacation and holidays. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions. *Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits.. By submitting your interest in this job, you agree to receive text notifications with additional steps to complete your job application. You will receive up to 6 messages from the number "63879". Message & data rates may apply. Please refer to our privacy policy for more information. Associated topics: breakdown, calibrate, customer service, diagnose, field service technician, machine maintenance, machine repair, maintenance, repair, service technician

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