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Painter III

  • Company: Progress Rail Services Corp.
  • Location: Country Terrace, Pennsylvania
  • Salary: Pay not listed
  • Full Time
  • Company site
  • Pay not listed

Progress Rail Services Corp. at a glance

progressrailservices.com

SEC filings mentioning "Progress Rail Services Corp.": 16search EDGAR

Federal funding recipient: largest known award $85K from the Department of Defense (started Feb 11, 2015) — via USAspending.gov

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Painter III at Progress Rail Services Corp. in Country Terrace, Pennsylvania

What This Role Involves

The role of a Painter III at Progress Rail Services Corp. involves the application of state-of-the-art processes to sand, grind, prep, mask, tape, apply decals, and spray locomotives. Responsibilities include painting the interior, exterior, underframe, and truck parts of these vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

  • Sanding and grinding surfaces for optimal paint application
  • Prepping surfaces by cleaning and priming as necessary
  • Masking and taping to ensure precise painting areas
  • Applying decals with precision
  • Operating spray equipment to apply paint evenly across the locomotive
  • Overseeing the Packaging Department, which prepares the locomotives for final touches

What We're Looking For

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in painting or a related field
  • Familiarity with various paint materials and application techniques
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Dexterity and attention to detail for precise work on locomotives
  • Physical stamina to handle the demands of the job, including lifting heavy objects
  • Basic understanding of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment

More About Progress Rail Services Corp.

Progress Rail Services Corp. is a leading provider of rail equipment and services. The PRS Facility located in Muncie, Indiana, specializes in the maintenance and repair of locomotives. Our team works on some of the most advanced and complex machinery used in the transportation industry.

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Working in Country Terrace, Pennsylvania

🇺🇸 Relocation safety for US: Exercise Normal Cautionvia Warnely, CC BY 4.0

National unemployment rate in US: 4.2%via World Bank

National job openings rate: 4.6%via BLS JOLTS

Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.1%via FRED

National quits rate: 1.9%via FRED (BLS JOLTS)

Weekly initial unemployment claims: 197,000via FRED

GDP per capita in US: $90,027via World Bank

Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank

Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank

Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800via OECD

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Traits that fit this role

  • Innovation
  • Attention to Detail

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Typical preparation needed: Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. — via O*NET

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Salary & compensation

Workers in Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, & Media occupations earn a national median of $49,296via US Census ACS / Data USA

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Listing facts

  • Role Painter III
  • Employer Progress Rail Services Corp.
  • Location Country Terrace, Pennsylvania
  • Type Full Time
  • Pay (from listing) Pay not listed
  • Posted August 2, 2026
  • Apply by September 2, 2026
  • Country United States
  • Overview Full job description on this page (277 words)

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Typical work in Painter

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  • Create functional or decorative objects by hand, using a variety of methods and materials.
  • Cut, shape, fit, join, mold, or otherwise process materials, using hand tools, power tools, or machinery.
  • Apply finishes to objects being crafted.
  • Develop concepts or creative ideas for craft objects.
  • Select materials for use based on strength, color, texture, balance, weight, size, malleability and other characteristics.
  • Advertise products and work, using media such as internet advertising and brochures.

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Painter III Progress Rail Services Corp. · Country Terrace, Pennsylvania