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Project Structural Welder B-5

Caterpillar Inc.
Channelview, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jun 2026

About the role

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 Structural Welder  

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

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 and 2nd shift 

  • Ability to work overtime to support production demands 

  • Ability to work well individually or in a team environment 

Desired Qualifications: 

  • One (1) to three (3) years of GMAW or FCAW welding experience 

Top Candidates: 

  • ‘6 GR Qualification 

  • Good Communication Skills and strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork 

  • Leadership Experience 

  • Ability to work well individually or in a team environment 
  • Background Screening 

  • Physical and drug/alcohol screening 

 **Candidates may be placed on any shift, dependent on business needs** 

 

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 accou

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Company

Caterpillar Inc.

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