Welder III - Progress Rail Services : Job Details

**10010BR**

**PRS Facility Location:**

Muncie, IN Locomotive - 293

**Job Purpose:**

Perform welding operations on new locomotive assembly, using visual /text instructions and prints.

**Req ID:**

10010BR

**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:**

- Welding School Certification preferred.

**Job Title:**

Welder III

**City:**

Muncie

**Key Job Elements:**

- Weld locomotive parts/heavy plate metal such as under frame structures, end plates, draft gear pockets;

- Perform single- and multi-pass welds in all positions;

- Repair welds (using grinders, cutting torches, gouging equipment and other tools);

- Stick weld parts;

- Ensure welders parameters are programmed;

- Fit, weld, air test parts;

- Operate cranes/jib cranes;

- Read and interpret weld reference documentation and assembly instructions;

- Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities.

**Qualifications and Experience:**

- GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) all-position welding skills;

- Ability to read and interpret blue prints/weld symbols;

- Familiar with use of industrial equipment (gas cutting, hand grinders, mechanical tools);

- Problem solving skills;

- Solid mathematical skills;

- Ability to meet physical demands of the job without or with reasonable accommodation;

- Safety-aware, quality-focused, continuous improvement-oriented.

**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::**

Indiana