Welder (Engine

Job Purpose Responsible for the repair, inspection, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of engine blocks and other engine structures to ensure conformance with FRA, company, and customer specifications. This is accomplished by performing the following duties or ability to be trained to perform the following duties.

Req 12166

Work Location Options Mayfield

Region USA

City Mayfield

State Kentucky

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.

Key Job Elements

• Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA);
• Following general safety rules, welds on engine blocks, engine pans, and other engine structures;
• Perform single and multi-pass welds in all positions (vertical, flat, and overhead) on engine blocks, parts, and structures;
• Ability to, or ability to learn to work from drawings, weld procedure specifications and operating procedures;
• Properly utilize equipment and tools consistently, accurately, and safely:
  Welder, cutting torches, grinders, gouging equipment, forklifts, overhead cranes, other tools;
• Follow written/scope of work instructions and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely;
• Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities;
• Maintain written and computer records as required;
• May roll, bend, flange, cut, and shape plates and other heavy parts using shop machinery;
• Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and tools;
• Assist in other repairs and maintenance as assigned by supervision;
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, utilize all PPE.

Education / Training

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Welding Certifications preferred.

Qualifications And Experience

• 2+ Years Welding experience (either on-the-job or technical training);
  Heavy MIG, Flux Core, and Stick;
• Mechanical aptitude.

Essential And Physical Activities Functions

• Strength – Position requires lifting up to 50 lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces;
• Motion – Position requires the ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, reaching, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and kneeling. Position requires remaining in a stationary position for prolonged periods. Position requires working from heights exceeding 6 ft. off the ground with proper PPE and fall protection;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Position is exposed to UV and reflected radiation from a welding arc or torch. Position is exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. The use of proper PPE is required. The position requires the ability to read written instruction and understand both verbal and written instructions;
• Work Environment – Position can be located inside or outside dependent on situation. When inside the employees are subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. When outside employees are subject to all weather elements;
• Emotional Demands – Employee is expected to work and cooperate as part of a team in order to meet production requirements;
• Safety – Position is safety sensitive as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (e.g. blue…