{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"96985ffedbc200f2fb83a809","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/96985ffedbc200f2fb83a809","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/96985ffedbc200f2fb83a809","title":"Machine Operator II","description":"Job Purpose\n\n• Operate electric and pneumatic grinders and impact wrenches;\n• Clean machinery on a daily basis;\n• Maintain housekeeping in buildings;\n• Provide assistance with equipment maintenance;\n• Fill in at other positions when required.\n• Starting hourly wage: $19.50\n\nReq ID\n\n12138BR\n\nWork Location Options\n\n098\n\nCity\n\nPueblo\n\nState:\n\nColorado\n\nCompany Description\n\nProgress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.\n\nKey Job Elements\n\nMachine operator in fixed rail welding plant\n\nEducation / Training\n\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent\n\nQualifications and Experience\n\n• Experience with work in an industrial setting;\n• Able to lift 45 lbs.\n\nBenefits\n\nCompensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**\n\nCompetitive Salary\n401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)\nMedical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance\nSupplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nPaid Vacation\nPaid Holidays\nPaid Time-Off (PTO)\nEmployee Assistance Plan\nEducation Assistance Program\nEmployee Recognition Programs\nSite specific Production and Incentive Plans\nSite specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans\nSite Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs\n\n*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.\n\n**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.\n\nEEO\n\nProgress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.\n\nJob Category\n\nProduction - Hourly\n\nPRS Facility Location\n\nPueblo, CO Rail Welding - 098\n\nSummary Pay Range\n\n$17.75 - $24.85\n\nMachine Operator II | Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar Company","company":"Progress Rail","rawCompany":"progress rail","city":"Pueblo","state":"CO","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-06T12:25:06.658Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-4122.00","title":"Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"welding-soldering-and-brazing-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"53-4099.00","title":"Rail Transportation Workers, All Other","slug":"rail-transportation-workers-all-other"},{"code":"49-3043.00","title":"Rail Car Repairers","slug":"rail-car-repairers"}],"industries":[{"code":"488210","title":"Support Activities for Rail Transportation","slug":"support-activities-for-rail-transportation"},{"code":"336510","title":"Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing","slug":"railroad-rolling-stock-manufacturing"},{"code":"482112","title":"Short Line Railroads","slug":"short-line-railroads"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Machine Operator II","description":"Job Purpose\n\n• Operate electric and pneumatic grinders and impact wrenches;\n• Clean machinery on a daily basis;\n• Maintain housekeeping in buildings;\n• Provide assistance with equipment maintenance;\n• Fill in at other positions when required.\n• Starting hourly wage: $19.50\n\nReq ID\n\n12138BR\n\nWork Location Options\n\n098\n\nCity\n\nPueblo\n\nState:\n\nColorado\n\nCompany Description\n\nProgress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. 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