Painter/Sandblaster

Progress Rail - A Caterpillar Company; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a painter/sandblaster, where you'll play a vital role in preparing and painting locomotives and their components. This position offers the opportunity to work on the night shift, ensuring that you can contribute to the success of the rail industry. You'll be responsible for using various tools and equipment while adhering to safety standards. With a focus on quality and precision, you'll help maintain the integrity of our products. Enjoy competitive benefits and the chance to grow within a vibrant, global team dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Benefits

401(k) plan with up to 6% company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Plan

Education Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial painting or auto body collision required.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment and overhead cranes.
• Must use a full face respirator with filter or fresh air.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sandblast, prep, and paint locomotives and components.
• Work independently with precision instruments and tools.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Industrial painting

Auto body collision experience

Operating overhead cranes

Using pressure washers

Utilizing sandblasters

Education

High School Education or GED

Certification in industrial painting

Tools

Electric and air operated hand tools

5 gallon paint pots

Bobcat

Forklifts

Man lifts

Industrial pressure washer

Full face respirator

Job description

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The painter/sandblaster will clean, sandblast, prep and paint locomotives and locomotive components. Currently hiring for night shift (Mon-Thu, 10 hour days).

10433BR

Work Location Options

Mayfield, KY

City

Mayfield

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

• Prepare and paint locomotive and locomotive components:
o Wash & clean locomotive and locomotive components;
o Prep locomotive and components before painting;
o Paint and clear coat locomotives and
components;
o Install decals;
• Work with little or no supervision consistently, accurately, and safely;
• Read precision instruments, micrometers, and gauges accurately, and safely;
• Keep work area clean and organized consistently and safely;
• Complete and document jobs in a timely manner per traveler requirements/QWI’s/work instructions consistently, accurately, and safely;
• Use the following equipment:
o Electric and air operated hand tools;
o 5 gallon paint pots;
o Bobcat, forklifts and man lifts;
o Industrial pressure washer;
o Full face respirator with filter or fresh air;
o Other equipment and tools.

Education / Training

• High School Education or GED, prefer certification in industrial painting or auto body.

Qualifications and Experience

• Industrial paint or auto body collision experience required;
• Ability to work around and operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment;
• Ability to utilize pressure washers, pressurized paint delivery systems, sandblaster and other equipment;
• Must use a full face respirator with filter or fresh air.

• 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

• 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.

EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities