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Maintenance Mechanic 1

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Corbin, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/3/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic 1 position at Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company?

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Mechanic maintains equipment according to the Preventive Maintenance program, diagnoses

and repairs mechanical problems and performs emergency and proactive repairs of buildings and grounds,

production equipment and machinery while minimizing down time.

Req ID

11066BR

Work Location Options

Corbin, KY

City

Corbin

State:

Kentucky

Company Description

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, 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 cradle-to-grave 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 all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Key Job Elements

Minimum Duties And Responsibilities

  • Core competencies are:
  • Electrical;
  • Hydraulics;
  • Pneumatics;
  • Welding/Cutting;
  • Service/Repair of equipment;
  • Knowledge of LOTO and SDS is required;
  • Maintain equipment according to Preventative Maintenance program;
  • Repair emergency/reactive repairs of production equipment and machinery minimizing downtime;
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical problems, replace or repair parts to mechanical, electric, hydraulic, and


pneumatic components;

  • Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows prescribed safety


procedures;

  • Fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products;
  • Read blueprints, technical drawings, tape measure;
  • Read and understand work order and record repairs correctly;
  • Understand service and repair manuals and apply constraints to repairs and modifications being


performed;

  • Use oxy/fuel torch, arc welding equipment, and power tools;
  • Performs inspection of completed maintenance and documents results;
  • Completes and maintains paperwork for maintenance performed;
  • Assists in other work areas as needed and directed by the department supervisor;
  • Operate Forklifts, overhead cranes, and other equipment as necessary;
  • Comply with all plant safety and environmental regulations and maintains a safe, organized, and clean


work environment;

  • Read and follow QWI and other work instructions necessary to properly assembly product.


Advanced duties and responsibilities

  • Install and repair facility equipment;
  • Train other employees.


Education / Training

Associates or Vocational degree in a mechanical or electrical field or industrial maintenance or a combination of education and experience.

Qualifications And Experience

  • Certified/Licensed Industrial Maintenance Mechanic;
  • Basic computer skills;
  • OSHA 10 hours certified;
  • Mechanic and technical aptitude;
  • Work from blueprints and technical drawings;
  • Read precision instruments and gauges;
  • Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools, cutting torches, and welding machines;
  • Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment;
  • PLC experience.


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. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.


Job Category

Production - Hourly

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