Locomotive Paint/Sandblast I

Progress Rail•Mayfield, KY

About The Position

The painter/sandblaster cleans, sandblasts, prepares, and paints locomotives and locomotive components. This opening is for the night shift, Monday through Thursday, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. The role involves completing work consistently, accurately, and safely, with little or no supervision, and documenting jobs according to traveler requirements, QWIs, and work instructions.

Requirements

High school education or GED.
Ability to work around and operate overhead cranes and mobile equipment.
Ability to use pressure washers, pressurized paint delivery systems, sandblasters, and other equipment.
Must use a full-face respirator with a filter or fresh air.

Nice To Haves

Certification in industrial painting or auto body.
Industrial paint or auto body collision experience.

Responsibilities

Wash and clean locomotives and locomotive components.
Prepare locomotives and components before painting.
Paint and clear coat locomotives and components.
Install decals.
Work consistently, accurately, and safely with little or no supervision.
Read precision instruments, micrometers, and gauges accurately and safely.
Keep the work area clean and organized.
Complete and document jobs promptly according to traveler requirements, QWIs, and work instructions.
Operate the listed equipment and tools as needed.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, immediate vesting, and no waiting period.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance.
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.