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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Hollidaysburg, PA
Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania

About this job

Auto req ID 2393BR
Posting Title Railcar Fleet Inspector
Job Category Manufacturing/Operations
City Hollidaysburg
Alternative Work Location Altoona, PA
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.

Job Purpose

Progress Rail Leasing is looking for a candidate to fill an opening in their Car Mechanical Division.
This position will involve 40% to 50% travel and will require the employee to work out of the Hollidaysburg, PA office with the need to eventually transfer to the Florence, KY office after training.

Key Job Elements • Inspection and evaluation of Railcar equipment for various reasons;
  • Preparation of reports for Inspections performed;
  • Coordination and management of Repair or Modification projects at various car repair locations;
  • Auditing and approval of repair estimates;
  • Performing of audits to verify quality, repairs and costs associated with PRS railcars;
  • Working with and maintenance of Umler records;
  • Railcar tracking and tracing;
  • DDCT record keeping;
  • Maintenance reports and other record keeping associated with the railcar fleet;
  • Working with Engineering drawings for car modifications and New Car builds.
Qualifications and Experience • Minimum of 8 years Railcar Repair background;
  • Supervisory and inspection experience a plus;
  • Thorough knowledge of AAR Office and Field Manual Rules along with FRA rules;
  • A diverse and strong working knowledge in all Freight car types;
  • Strong clerical skills with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems (Excel, Word and Power point).
This position will report to the Director of Mechanical.

Benefits Progress Rail Services Corporation and its subsidiary and affiliate companies offer an excellent total compensation package* including competitive salary, 401(k) plan with company match, available medical/dental/life/disability insurance coverage and paid vacation and holidays. Relocation assistance may be available for some positions.
  • Benefits eligibility differs by job position and employment status - governing plan documents control such benefits..
EEO Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities