Mechanical Technician I

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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 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 the World 

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe. 

**APPLICATION UPDATES WILL BEGIN IN MID-MARCH – WITH TARGET START DATES APRIL-MAY**

What to Expect: As a Mechanical Technician I, assembling our world-class machines, you can expect to safely assemble a quality product with a name known across the world. Put your mechanical aptitude and personal and/or professional experience into building the next generation of heavy paving equipment.  

Pay Rate and Schedule:

The position includes a wage of $25.73 /hour plus a comprehensive Day-One Benefit program. Paid weekly. Paid time-off: Vacation, holiday, and Winter Holiday*. 401K matching AND additional 2-5% annual company contribution*.

Openings available on 1st shift: Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization. All initial communication and status updates will be via email.

Required Qualification for Consideration: 

• 2 years' experience in a mechanic or assembly field, heavy equipment assembly, or technical school with a focus in a mechanical or manufacturing field.  

• Relevant experiences such as mechanical aptitude in a personal or professional setting must be described in application  

Top Candidates Will Have: 

• Heavy assembly, manufacturing or Caterpillar manufacturing experience.  

• Intermediate or greater proficiency using electronic and digital devices and mediums

• Experience using mechanical tools including torque tools and operation of crane equipment 

• Understanding of metric units, hydraulics and electrical components 

• Good communication skills

 Your Role Day to Day: 

As a Mechanical Technician team member, you will support facility initiatives and daily tasks focused on people, safety, quality, velocity and cost. As a team member, you will be responsible for safely assembling heavy paving products according to model pictures and build instructions utilizing mechanical tools, torque tools, metric units, hydraulics and electrical components within allotted process time.  You will work with team members on identifying, electronically documenting and communicating opportunities for improvement, communicating discrepancies, and recommending solutions. Work with limited supervision.  

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

• Background Screening

• Drug Screening

• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire (clearance from Corporate Medical)

Additional Information: 

• Application reviews will begin middle of March

•  May be required to complete a post application assessment as part of the candidacy process

• Applications must be complete to include personal and/or professional experience or education related to the role requirements.

• Incomplete applications will be rejected.