Progress Rail

Overview

Progress Rail, a leading provider of railroad products and services since 1983, is seeking a Mechanic III for their Waskom, TX Wheel Shop. The role involves performing general industrial maintenance and preventative maintenance on equipment and systems as required by PRS and local management.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and systems as required by PRS and local management.
• Perform and log all compliance requirements as directed by Environmental, Health & Safety.
• Repair and maintain mobile equipment including forklift, man lift, trucks, etc.
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and making repairs to all shop equipment and machines.
• Complete high voltage and 3 phase electrical repairs and start ups.
• Overhead crane repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Building and facility repairs.
• Repair and maintain hydraulic, lube, air and gas systems.
• Coordinate maintenance repairs with outside vendors as needed.
• Repair equipment and tools, including welders, grinders, and impact tools.
• Keep maintenance area in a clean and orderly condition, with all tools and equipment in good working order.
• Execute all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities within time standards allowed.
• Possible second shift position.

Requirements

• Minimum 12 months experience as a mechanical and/or electrical technician in a production environment is desired.
• Ability to repair overhead cranes, tools, welding machines, and other plant equipment.
• Ability to read precision instruments, gauges, and electrical multimeters.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, blueprints, procedures, and work instructions.
• Capable use of hand and power tools including pneumatic tools.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment.
• Welding and metal fabrication experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of electronics experience is preferred.
• Associates Degree or Trade Certificate in a Technical Field preferred.

Benefits

• 401k
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Additional Information

• Location: Waskom, TX
• Job Category: Production - Hourly