Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

2nd shift- Full Time

Job duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: 

Electrically troubleshoot and repair complex domestic and foreign machine tools and related equipment, including:  Ingersoll, DMG Mori, Liebherr, G&L, Pietro Carnaghi, Pama, a variety of various cranes and hoists, conveyors, furnaces, Miller and Lincoln Welding power sources and a Paint Booth.

Troubleshoot and repair relay logic machines and CNC/PLC controlled machines/equipment, including: - Fanuc, Siemens, Allen Bradley, and a variety of other controllers in the machine shop

Operate measurement and feedback scales and encoder systems, including: Heidenhain and Inductosyn

Required Qualifications:  

License Credential with the State of Wisconsin as an Electrician or, Journeyman Electrician/Electronic Technician (state Indentured) or, Associate Degree in  electrical/electronics or, Union Journeyman Card or, minimum 5 to 7 years’ experience in the maintenance and repair of machinery and machine tools as an Industrial Electrician or, equivalent military experience.   

Minimum of 3 years of experience in the electrical repair of machine tools and related equipment in an industrial environment OR equivalent military experience OR successful completion of an approved, field-related college/technical school program

Experience with troubleshooting and repairing relay logic machines and CNC/PLC controlled machines

Experience with AC/DC analog and digital drives

Possession of basic mechanical skills

   Desired Qualifications:  

Possession of basic mechanical skills

Ability to read and interpret machine electrical schematics and ladder logic.

Ability to operate basic tools to complete the job

Ability to demonstrate intermediate or higher proficiency in reading and interpreting machine tool prints/schematics

Ability to work well individually and in a team environment

Willingness to work overtime to support production demands

Skilled and experienced with preventative and predictive maintenance practices and technology.

Skilled and experienced with the troubleshooting and repair of welding machinery and equipment.

Skilled and experienced with the troubleshooting and repair of variable frequency drives.

Skilled and experienced with the troubleshooting and repair of programmable logic controllers.

Skilled and experienced with the troubleshooting and repair of heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment.

     Additional Information:  

This position is located at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility located in South Milwaukee, WI

2nd shift - Full Time

The hourly rate depending on experience is Step 1 -$37.83  Step 2 - $39.00 Step 3 - $40.17 hr includes a $1.00 shift differential.

No relocation assistance is available. 

Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen for prohibited substances as well as a medical evaluation.  

$2000 Sign On Bonus available

Why Caterpillar South Milwaukee?

Competitive Hourly Pay with Shift Differential

All Positions are Full-Time                                                                                    

Bonuses for New Hires and Referrals 

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Bereavement, Jury Duty, Military Duty Paid Benefits, Parental Leave

Benefits Effective Date of Hire - Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)

401k with 6% Company Match

Company Discounts and Voluntary Benefits

Recognition Programs

Employee Assistance Program (includes eligible dependents)

Adoption Assistance Program

Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses), Safety Boot Reimbursement

Company Provided Uniforms and Caps

Uniform Lockers, Personal Lockers, Showers

Lunchroom with Self-Service Canteen

Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.  As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

November 11, 2024 - December 8, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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