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Bearing Technician

Progress Rail Services Corp.

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Arab, AL
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Progress Rail Services Corp. is hiring a Bearing Technician. The Bearing Technician will be responsible for disassembling, cleaning, inspecting, repairing, and reassembling train car bearings and their components. This role involves working with both new and used railroad bearings, performing quality inspections, and operating various equipment. The position requires working either a first or second shift, with potential for overtime and weekend work.

Key focus areas include Break down train car bearings and components, Wash train car bearings and components, and Inspect train car bearings and components.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, Must Perform Quality Inspections, and Working Safely Is Condition Of Employment. Important skills include Perform Quality Inspections, Read Precision Instruments, Read Gauges, Use Hand Tools, Work Around Overhead Cranes, and Work Around Mobile Equipment. Preferred (not required): Operate Overhead Cranes and Operate Forklifts.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Perform Quality InspectionsRead Precision InstrumentsRead GaugesUse Hand ToolsWork Around Overhead CranesWork Around Mobile EquipmentWork as an Effective Team MemberWorking SafelyOperate Overhead CranesOperate Forklifts

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED6 Months Machine Operator Experience or Equivalent School/Training

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Relocation Assistance

Full job description

12089BR

PRS Facility Location:

Arab, AL - 321

Job Purpose:

  • Break down, wash, inspect, repair, and assemble train car bearings and components.

Req ID:

12089BR

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 GED required.

Job Title:

Bearing Technician

City:

Arab

Key Job Elements:

  • Works with new and used railroad bearings;

  • Duties encompass inspecting parts and assembly line type duties to recondition freight car bearings;

  • Operate overhead cranes and forklifts;

  • Ability to work 1st shift (Mon - Fri 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM) or 2nd shift (Mon - Thurs 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM) with overtime and weekends required.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Prefer 6 months experience as machine operator, will consider equivalent school/training;

  • Must be able to perform quality inspections;

  • Read precision instruments and gauges;

  • Capable use of hand tools;

  • Work around overhead cranes and mobile equipment;

  • Work as an effective team member;

  • Working safely is a condition of employment.

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

Work Location Options:

350 11th Street SW Arab, AL 35016

State::

Alabama

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