Machine Repair Trainee

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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.

Your Work Shapes Our World

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. Join us.

Want to build YOUR career?! LOOK at Caterpillar! We are looking for candidates just like you that want to build more than machines.  This is a terrific opportunity to join the Caterpillar North Little Rock AR team as a Machine Repair Trainee on our 2nd shift team earning day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $24.15/hour.

As a Machine Repair Trainee, you will work on fully built machines, testing and fixing issues that arise in a safe manner, while ensuring your work meets the quality standards of our customers. You will also work on an assembly line or in an assembly station and safely perform all necessary functions to ensure quality products are delivered in a timely manner. Job duties include , but not limited to: Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical defects on machines using limited work instructions and/or repair manuals, Operate heavy machinery safely both inside and outside the building, on test stands, and on the test rack at high speeds, Disassemble, rebuild and re install machine components utilizing provided assembly tooling, Operate DC electric, pneumatic, and manual torque wrenches, Operate hydraulic press tooling, Operate overhead cranes for lifting heavy parts and assemblies, Put mechanical assemblies together using a variety of fastener types, Connect hydraulic hoses and route them through specific points, Connect electrical connections and route them through specific points, Pick multiple parts from multiple different storage locations in a manner to support your next build, Follow standard work, both visual and written instructions, to ensure product is built to meet engineering requirements, Inspect your own work for errors, Drive continuous improvement ideas related to safety, quality and efficiency with peers and support teams, Drive corrective action for repeat defects created from your process groups, Participate in daily communication dialogues with team, counterparts, and management, Use designated test equipment to validate machine builds, Ability to climb up and down work platforms multiple times daily, Ability to stand, walk, squat and bend for long periods of time, and ability to lift up to 35 pounds. This position is for Post Build area at the North Little Rock, AR site.

Pay Rate and Schedule:

• The position includes a wage of $24.15/hour and a comprehensive benefit program!
• Opening available on 2nd shift: Monday – Friday, 3 p.m. – 11 p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization.

In this role, you will:

• Work as a team, following work instructions to build our Caterpillar machines.
• Collaborate with support teams to make continuous improvements to our assembly process.
• Utilize assembly tools and lifting devices to make the work easier and safer
• Own the work you do, actively seeking to learn and improve to ensure the highest level of adherence to safety and quality

What you will have:

• Previous work or volunteer experience (Assembly experience is not required, we provide classroom and on the job training)
• Willingness and ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Willingness and ability to adapt to various operations
• Willingness and ability to lift to 35 lbs.

Physical Job Requirements – Production:

• Constantly stands on concrete floors while retrieving parts/tools and completing tasks at assigned workstation. Walks on concrete floors while retrieving parts/tools from distances of a few feet to approximately 80 feet; frequently to constantly throughout the shift.
• Sits on scooter or creeper (close to floor) on occasional basis to position body under t