Entering the welding profession in Mayfield, KY, often begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with a steady job growth rate of 2-3% annually. In Mayfield, KY, aspiring welders can expect to earn an average of $600 per week during their apprenticeship, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $50,000 annually. Trade schools, welding unions, and vocational programs provide pathways to find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
Job Title: Welder, Locomotive Location: Mayfield, KY Shift: Weekend (Friday – Sunday 6am – 6pm) Weekend shifts (36 hours worked, paid for 40 hours) Pay: $19-24 per hour based on experience with $1 shift differential Fulltime, Benefits, and Weekly Pay Our positions are full-time, year-around employment with paid training. We offer: • 5 Days of PTO • 6 Paid Holidays • Up to 50% of health insurance premiums paid by Impact • Access to a retirement plan, financial fitness, and employee savings programs Job Overview Responsible for the fabrication, assembly, repair, inspection, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of locomotive components, parts, and structures to ensure conformance with FRA, company, and customer specifications. This is accomplished by performing the following duties or ability to be trained to perform the following duties. Job Duties and Responsibilities • Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). Comply with the guidelines set forth by the FRA on Personal Blue Signal Protection of Workers. • Following general safety rules, welds locomotive components/heavy plate and sheet metal such as underframe structures, end plates, draft gear pockets, etc. • Perform single and multi-pass welds in all positions (vertical, flat, and overhead) on locomotive components, parts, and structures. • Ability to, or ability to learn to work from drawings, weld procedure specifications and operating procedures. • Properly utilize equipment and tools consistently, accurately, and safely: • Welders, cutting torches, grinders, gouging equipment, forklifts, overhead cranes, other tools. • Follow written/scope of work instructions and or QWI’s consistently, accurately, and safely. • Analyze and able to correct faults related to inspection, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and installations of locomotive components. • Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities. • Maintain written and computer records as required. • May roll, bend, flange, cut, and shape plates and other heavy parts using shop machinery. • Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and tools. • Assist in other repairs and maintenance as assigned by supervision. • Follow all safety policies and procedures, utilize all PPE. • Specific site-based duties and responsibilities may apply, consult with local team. • Ability to pipe weld. Qualifications, Experience, Education • 1-2 years of experience as a welder. • Technical certifications can substitute for experience. • Certified Welder. • Knowledge of locomotive components. • Mechanical aptitude. Essential and Physical Activities Functions The position requires physical strength to lift 50lbs and stamina for working in tight spaces while installing or repairing machinery. Employees must stand for most of the day and frequently walk, squat, kneel, and climb. The role involves exposure to high noise levels and vibrations, necessitating the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and the ability to read schematics. The work environment varies between indoor and outdoor settings, with exposure to temperature extremes and weather elements, as well as oils and lubricants. Teamwork is essential to meet production goals, and strict adherence to safety policies is crucial due to the safety-sensitive nature of the job, which involves working near live tracks and heavy equipment. EOE Thank you for your interest in Impact Workforce Solutions, we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participate in the E-Verify eligibility confirmation program. vOwdEs7HkD
See More Details >>This is a weekend shift, Friday - Sunday, 6am - 6pm. Responsible for the repair, inspection, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of engine blocks and other engine structures to ensure conformance with FRA, company, and customer specifications. This is accomplished by performing the following duties or ability to be trained to perform the following duties.
See More Details >>Job Purpose This is a weekend shift, Friday - Sunday, 6am - 6pm. Responsible for the repair, inspection, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of locomotive and locomotive components to ensure conformance with FRA, company, and customer specifications. This is accomplished by performing the following duties or ability to be trained to perform the following duties. 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 • Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA); • Following general safety rules, welds on locomotives, , and other locomotive components; • Perform single and multi-pass welds in all positions (vertical, flat, and overhead) on engine blocks, parts, and structures; • Ability to, or ability to learn to work from drawings, weld procedure specifications and operating procedures; • Properly utilize equipment and tools consistently, accurately, and safely: o Welders, cutting torches, grinders, gouging equipment, forklifts, overhead cranes, other tools; • Follow written/scope of work instructions and or QWI's consistently, accurately, and safely; • Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities; • Maintain written and computer records as required; • May roll, bend, flange, cut, and shape plates and other heavy parts using shop machinery; • Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and tools; • Assist in other repairs and maintenance as assigned by supervision; • Follow all safety policies and procedures, utilize all PPE. Qualifications and Experience • 2+ Years Welding experience (either on-the-job or technical training); Heavy MIG and Dual Shield Flux Core welding; • Fabrication skills; • Ability to read and interpret blueprints; • Mechanical aptitude. Essential and Physical Activities Functions • Strength - Position requires lifting up to 50 lbs. Requires stamina and strength to work in tight and confined spaces; • Motion - Position requires the ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, reaching, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and kneeling. Position requires remaining in a stationary position for prolonged periods. Position requires working from heights exceeding 6 ft. off the ground with proper PPE and fall protection; • Vision/Hearing Requirements - Position is exposed to UV and reflected radiation from a welding arc or torch. Position is exposed to high levels of noise and vibration from using tools. The use of proper PPE is required. The position requires the ability to read written instruction and understand both verbal and written instructions; • Work Environment - Position can be located inside or outside dependent on situation. When inside the employees are subject to temperature extremes in non-temperature-controlled environments. When outside employees are subject to all weather elements; • Emotional Demands - Employee is expected to work and cooperate as part of a team in order to meet production requirements; • Safety - Position is safety sensitive as it requires working in and around live tracks and operation and repair of heavy equipment. Position requires strict adherence to safety policies (i.e. blue flag) and use of all required PPE. EEO Equal Opportunity Employer - Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities 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.
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