Cont. Improvement Lead

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid Vacation/Holidays/PTO

Relocation assistance + sign-on bonus

Job summary

Progress Rail is seeking a facilities maintenance professional to oversee building systems, coordinate repairs, and manage contractor relations in Winston-Salem, NC. The role supports the engineering/maintenance teams with day-to-day facility issues and contract administration.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in technical assembly or a related degree, along with experience in 2D AutoCAD and Coupa for purchasing and documentation. On-site facility environment with competitive benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• Requires HS Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of Technical Assembly experience or a technical degree.
• Experience in facilities maintenance and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee building systems (HVAC, lighting, plumbing) and schedule repairs.
• Manage contractor relationships and ensure SLAs.
• Ensure facilities meet regulations, safety codes, and health standards.
• Process work orders and maintain maintenance logs.
• Coordinate space planning or office moves.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Vendor relations

Reading schematics

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Coupa

Job description

• Work in a state-of-the-art, clean facility with a climate-controlled environment!

Job Purpose

• Benefits start on your first day!
• Monthly production bonus program!
• Work in a state-of-the-art, clean facility with a climate-controlled environment!

Primary responsibility will be assisting facilities engineering and maintenance with day-to-day facility issues, project planning, and managing facility maintenance contracts.

Work Location Options

Winston Salem NC

City

Winston Salem

State

North Carolina

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee building systems (HVAC, lighting, plumbing) and schedule repairs, maintenance, and facility upgrades.
• Manage relationships with contractors, negotiate contracts, and ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Ensure facilities meet local, state, and federal regulations, safety codes, and health standards.
• Process work orders, maintain maintenance logs, manage facility budgets, and coordinate space planning or office moves.
• Conduct routine inspections of the facility and grounds to identify repair or maintenance needs.
• Maintain facility documentation and standards.
• Support facilities maintenance group with technical information and materials when requested.
• Contacting third party contractors, quoting and issuing purchase orders for facility repairs and/or material.
• Developing processes and documentation for facilities operations and responsibilities.
• Documenting facility preventative maintenance procedures and ensuring they are executed.

Education / Training

• Requires HS Diploma or GED;
• 5+ years of Technical Assembly experience or a technical degree.

Qualifications And Experience

Preferred Skills:

• Oversee building systems (HVAC, lighting, plumbing) and schedule repairs, maintenance, and facility upgrades.
• Manage relationships with contractors, negotiate contracts, and ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Ensure facilities meet local, state, and federal regulations, safety codes, and health standards.
• Process work orders, maintain maintenance logs, manage facility budgets, and coordinate space planning or office moves.
• Conduct routine inspections of the facility and grounds to identify repair or maintenance needs.
• Maintain facility documentation and standards.
• Support facilities maintenance group with technical information and materials when requested.
• Contacting third party contractors, quoting and issuing purchase orders for facility repairs and/or material.
• Developing processes and documentation for facilities operations and responsibilities.
• Documenting facility preventative maintenance procedures and ensuring they are executed.
• Proficient in troubleshooting machinery startup, mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting schematic drawings for mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Basic skills of 2D AutoCAD layouts.
• Access and experience placing and managing orders in Coupa.
• Experience developing and documenting processes and controls.

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

PRS Facility Location

Winston Salem, NC - 329