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.

What you will do:

As a paint technician, you will operate powder coat, paint, or other equipment to apply industrial powder coat or paint on metals or products according to the specified work order and other duties as assigned. You must follow required safety procedures at all times. You may work in the areas of shot blast operator, powder painter, caulker, blow off operator, loader/unloader, masker/demasker, pre-inspector and forklift.

What you have:

Prior work experience

Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods

Ability to perform repetitive operations

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Top candidates will also have:

Experience with forklifts

Experience in masking/demasking, loading/unloading, shot blasting, etc

Experience in equipment paint processing

Experience in top coat, prime coat and electrostatic paint

Ability to read blueprints / engineering drawings

What you will get:

You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) paid holidays, paid time off and paid training that begin on day one of employment!
 

1st Shift: $17.51/hour 

Monday-Thursday 4 day/10-hour shift schedule

Start time determined by role, ten-hour shift beginning at either 7 a.m., 8 a.m. or 11 a.m. (The 11 a.m. shift receives the 8%-night shift premium.)

2nd Shift: $18.91/hour (includes 8%-night shift premium) 

Monday-Thursday 4 day/10-hour shift schedule

Start time determined by role, ten-hour shift beginning at either 3 p.m. or 4 p.m. 

Limited openings on 2nd shift.

 3rd Shift:  $18.91/hour (includes 8%-night shift premium) 

Sunday-Thursday 4 day/10-hour shift schedule

Start time determined by role, eight-hour shift beginning at either 9 p.m., 10 p.m. or 1 a.m. 

 
**Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs** 

Additional Information: 

Resumes are encouraged. Do not submit a blank application (no work history / resume). This may lead to disqualification.

Successful candidates must pass an online assessment, interview, background check, drug screen and medical review.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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 25, 2024 - December 31, 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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