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10212BR

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

Req ID:

10212BR

Company Description:

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail 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 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 their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

Education / Training:

High School Education or GED preferred.

Job Title:

Locomotive Operator

City:

Mayfield

Key Job Elements:

Key Job Elements

• Communicate by radio with operator, ground man, 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:

• 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 – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

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

State::

Kentucky