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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\n• Works with new and used railroad wheelsets and axles;\n• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts;\n• Ability to work night shift and overtime.\n\nEducation / Training\n\n• High School education or GED.\n\nQualifications and Experience\n\n• Must be able to perform quality inspections;\n• Read precision instruments and gauges;\n• Capable use of hand tools to include grinder;\n• Work around overhead cranes and mobile equipment;\n• Work as an effective team member;\n• Working safely is a condition of employment.\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\nBoaz, AL - Axle Shop - 006\n\nMachine Operator/Laborer | Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar Company","company":"Progress Rail","rawCompany":"progress rail","city":"Fremont","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T17:32:21.276Z","occupations":[{"code":"49-3043.00","title":"Rail Car Repairers","slug":"rail-car-repairers"},{"code":"49-9041.00","title":"Industrial Machinery Mechanics","slug":"industrial-machinery-mechanics"},{"code":"51-4081.00","title":"Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic","slug":"multiple-machine-tool-setters-operators-and-tenders-metal-and-plastic"}],"industries":[{"code":"336510","title":"Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing","slug":"railroad-rolling-stock-manufacturing"},{"code":"488210","title":"Support Activities for Rail Transportation","slug":"support-activities-for-rail-transportation"},{"code":"532411","title":"Commercial Air, Rail, and Water Transportation Equipment Rental and Leasing","slug":"commercial-air-rail-and-water-transportation-equipment-rental-and-leasing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Machine Operator/Laborer","description":"Job Purpose\n\n• Reconditioning of Rail Wheelsets and/or Axles.\n\nReq ID\n\n12267BR\n\nCity\n\nBoaz\n\nState:\n\nAlabama\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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