Railcar Fabrication & Welding Technician — $3K Sign-On

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Bridgeport (NE); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) plan with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Job summary

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company in Bridgeport, NE, seeks a skilled individual for the welding of railcar parts and components. The starting pay is $21.00/hr, with opportunities for raises and a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, possess mechanical aptitude, and be capable of working from technical drawings. Additional benefits include a comprehensive insurance package and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Must be able to push, pull and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Capable use of hand and power tools, including pneumatic tools.
• Work around and operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment.

Responsibilities

• Removal, fabrication, fitment and welding of railcar parts.
• Repair or replace worn mechanical components.
• Read blueprints and technical drawings.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading precision instruments and gauges

Working from blueprints and technical drawings

Use of hand and power tools

Education

High School Education or GED

Tools

Welding machines

Pneumatic tools

Cutting torches

Job description

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company in Bridgeport, NE, seeks a skilled individual for the welding of railcar parts and components. The starting pay is $21.00/hr, with opportunities for raises and a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, possess mechanical aptitude, and be capable of working from technical drawings. Additional benefits include a comprehensive insurance package and a 401(k) plan with company match.