Project Pipe Welder C - 1st Shift

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.

Project Pipe Welder C  

As a Pipe Welder, you will set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions 

 

Opportunities for Additional Premiums: 

• In addition, there will be cross-training and qualifications-based opportunities to earn up to an additional $2 per hour,

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

• Perform Manual finish welding operations on carbon and stainless steel in all positions 
• Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations 
• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging 
• Sanding may be required to prepare and dress welds 
• Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, jib and overhead cranes to move and position work pieces 

Required Qualifications: 

• Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests 
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment 
• Ability to perform simple computer operations  
• Be available to work 1st shift
• Ability to work overtime to support production demands 
• Must have TIG Pipe Welding experience.

 

Top Candidates: 

• Good Communication Skills and strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork 
• Leadership Experience 
• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment 

 

Summary Pay Range:

$22.74 - $34.11

 

Compensation 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 Caterpillar.

 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines.

This is a summary list of benefits.

• Competitive salary and annual bonus program 
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage 
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Etc.) 
• Health savings account (HSA) 
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) 
• Life Insurance 
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection) 
• Potential base salary increases from annual performance reviews   
• This is a supplemental position located at the Solar manufacturing facility located in Channelview, TX 
• No relocation package is available 

 

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any position: 

• Background Screening 
• Physical and drug/alcohol screening 

Solar 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, Solar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at https://www.solarturbines.com/en_US/about-us/careers.html 

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. 

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