Repairer I, Car at Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company in Rock Springs, WY | Kablio

Role

Description

mechanical repair

blueprint reading

fabrication

welding

safety compliance

painting

Repair or replace worn mechanical components;
Read blueprints, technical drawings, tape measure;
Removal, fabrication, fitment and welding of railcar parts, components and structures;
Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with PRS safety policies;
Apply decals, stenciling and touch-up painting on railcars;

Requirements

welding

mechanical

welding certification

skill level i

skill level ii

skill level iii

Skill Level II – 2-3 years of Carman, mechanical or welding experience;
Skill Level IV – 5+ years of Carman, welding and mechanical experience; requires a welding certification.
Skill Level III – 3-4 years of Carman, welding and mechanical experience; requires a welding certification;
Skill Level I – 0-2 years of mechanical or welding experience;

Benefits

Education Assistance Program
Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
Employee Assistance Plan
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
Competitive Salary
Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
Paid Holidays
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Recognition Programs
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Operates as a pioneer in rail transport, offering comprehensive solutions across the rail industry.
Provides cutting-edge locomotive, railcar, and track services to railroads and industries globally.
Designs and manufactures advanced locomotives, signaling systems, and specialized rail components.
Key projects encompass freight and passenger systems, including custom-engineered solutions and maintenance.
Recognized for combining robust technology with extensive rail network experience.
Expands its global reach through Caterpillar's resources to create innovative rail solutions.
Maintains strong positions in both freight and passenger rail markets, emphasizing reliability and efficiency.
Ensures high standards of quality and safety in all operations, focusing on continuous improvement.

Culture + Values

75% Recycled Inputs

Recycled Material Usage

This company uses 75% of its inputs for new rail products from recycled material.

10+ Years Extended Life

Locomotive Life Extension

The company extends the life of locomotives through modernization, rebuilding, overhauling, and repowering.

Sustainability is part of who we are and what we do every single day.
Reconditioning or repairing freight cars and components to optimize asset lifecycle.
End‑of‑life locomotives and railcars are recycled through comprehensive scrap management.
SkyTrim OEM remanufacturing program reduces the need for new products through reuse.

Environment + Sustainability

30% Emission Cut

GHG Reduction Target

Commitment to reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 30% from 2018 to 2030.

50% Landfill Reduction

Waste Management Goal

Aim to reduce landfill intensity by 50% from 2018 to 2030.

75% GHG Savings

Rail Freight Efficiency

Rail freight operations use up to 75% less GHG per ton compared to truck transport.

82% CO₂ Reduction

Manufacturing Efficiency

Progress Rail rebuilds have reduced CO₂ emissions from manufacturing by 82%.

All new products through 2030 will be more sustainable than previous generation
Testing high-level renewable fuel blends (up to 100% bio-based diesel) with CN partnership
Developing and deploying battery-electric and hybrid locomotives (including zero-exhaust battery switcher, mainline hybrid and EMD Joule)
Contracts to supply zero-exhaust battery locos to Pacific Harbor Line, BNSF and Aurizon
Net-zero target aligned with Caterpillar: double-checked parent’s net-zero ambition (Cat targets net-zero operations by…)

Inclusion & Diversity

23%

Global workforce gender split

Approximately 23% of the global workforce is women, reflecting the current gender distribution across operations.

2030

Women in salaried roles target

Aim to increase representation of women in salaried roles by 2030, aligning with broader diversity goals.

Shares global DEI strategy with no site-specific breakdown.
No gender statistics publicly disclosed at the Progress Rail level.

Articles

Careers

News & Events

Products & Services

Company

Overview

Operates as a pioneer in rail transport, offering comprehensive solutions across the rail industry.
Provides cutting-edge locomotive, railcar, and track services to railroads and industries globally.
Designs and manufactures advanced locomotives, signaling systems, and specialized rail components.
Key projects encompass freight and passenger systems, including custom-engineered solutions and maintenance.
Recognized for combining robust technology with extensive rail network experience.
Expands its global reach through Caterpillar's resources to create innovative rail solutions.
Maintains strong positions in both freight and passenger rail markets, emphasizing reliability and efficiency.
Ensures high standards of quality and safety in all operations, focusing on continuous improvement.

Culture + Values

75% Recycled Inputs

Recycled Material Usage

This company uses 75% of its inputs for new rail products from recycled material.

10+ Years Extended Life

Locomotive Life Extension

The company extends the life of locomotives through modernization, rebuilding, overhauling, and repowering.

Sustainability is part of who we are and what we do every single day.
Reconditioning or repairing freight cars and components to optimize asset lifecycle.
End‑of‑life locomotives and railcars are recycled through comprehensive scrap management.
SkyTrim OEM remanufacturing program reduces the need for new products through reuse.

Environment + Sustainability

30% Emission Cut

GHG Reduction Target

Commitment to reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 30% from 2018 to 2030.

50% Landfill Reduction

Waste Management Goal

Aim to reduce landfill intensity by 50% from 2018 to 2030.

75% GHG Savings

Rail Freight Efficiency

Rail freight operations use up to 75% less GHG per ton compared to truck transport.

82% CO₂ Reduction

Manufacturing Efficiency

Progress Rail rebuilds have reduced CO₂ emissions from manufacturing by 82%.

All new products through 2030 will be more sustainable than previous generation
Testing high-level renewable fuel blends (up to 100% bio-based diesel) with CN partnership
Developing and deploying battery-electric and hybrid locomotives (including zero-exhaust battery switcher, mainline hybrid and EMD Joule)
Contracts to supply zero-exhaust battery locos to Pacific Harbor Line, BNSF and Aurizon
Net-zero target aligned with Caterpillar: double-checked parent’s net-zero ambition (Cat targets net-zero operations by…)

Inclusion & Diversity

23%

Global workforce gender split

Approximately 23% of the global workforce is women, reflecting the current gender distribution across operations.

2030

Women in salaried roles target

Aim to increase representation of women in salaried roles by 2030, aligning with broader diversity goals.

Shares global DEI strategy with no site-specific breakdown.
No gender statistics publicly disclosed at the Progress Rail level.

Articles

Careers

News & Events

Products & Services