Impactful work: Weld components that power rail and heavy equipment.
Strong pay & stability: $22+ per hour (based on experience/shift), full-time with weekly pay.
Great schedule options: 1st (Mon–Fri 6:00am–2:30pm), 2nd (Mon–Fri 2:30pm–11:00pm), 3rd (Sun–Thurs 9:30pm–6:00am); 40–56 hrs/wk over 5–6 days (OT may be required).
Valued partnership: Join Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, via Impact Workforce Solutions.
Benefits
5 Days of PTO + 6 Paid Holidays
Up to 50% of health insurance premiums paid by Impact
Retirement plan access, financial fitness, and employee savings programs
Core responsibilities
Earn/maintain internal welding certs to meet ISO, AAR, and regulatory requirements
Fabricate per prints: fit, tack, weld; read drawings and bills of material
Cut material accurately using powered saws; prep joints with angle grinders/hand tools
Follow Progress Rail QSP 4.9 and applicable local/international standards
Measure and record inspection data with tape measures, scales, and calipers
Use pneumatic/electric tools and overhead cranes to move parts safely
Advanced work you can take on
All-position GMAW/SMAW and pipe welding; single- and multi-pass welds
Pursue AWS D1.1 or similar certifications
Conduct basic and preventative maintenance on welding equipment
Mentor junior welders
Operate forklifts (preferred certification)
Train on advanced systems, including Robot Welders
Qualifications
Relevant technical certifications may substitute for experience
Preferred: GMAW, FCAW, and SMAW certifications
Preferred skills & domains
Certified welder with multi-process exposure (roughly 90% MIG, 10% Stick; TIG and Flux Core familiarity)
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability
Experience in vehicle & fleet welding and locomotive-related builds
Physical & safety requirements
Lift up to 50 lbs.; work within confined or tight spaces
Climb, reach, kneel; sustained use of arms and legs
Maintain visual/hearing acuity to operate safely with PPE
Tolerate temperature extremes and inclement weather as needed
Safety-sensitive role: strict compliance with PPE and safety policies around heavy equipment and live tracks
Be part of a team that prizes quality and safety. Apply now.
EOE
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