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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.\nAssembly Technician | Mechanical & Electrical\n1st Shift | Full-Time\nBuild Your Career with Caterpillar!\nWe are seeking motivated, mechanically inclined individuals with electrical skills or experience to join our assembly team!\nIn this role, you will assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical components that support Caterpillar Drills. Ideal candidates enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and working in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.\nJob Duties & Responsibilities\nAssemble, install, test, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical components.\nPerform electrical wiring, connections, and component installations according to specifications.\nRead and interpret assembly instructions, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.\nUse hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment to complete assembly tasks.\nIdentify and resolve mechanical and electrical assembly issues to ensure product quality.\nFollow standardized work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures.\nParticipate in continuous improvement activities to enhance quality, safety, and efficiency.\nCommunicate material shortages, equipment downtime, and production concerns to leadership.\nBasic Qualifications\nMinimum 6 months of manufacturing, warehouse, mechanical, or electrical experience OR demonstrated mechanical/electrical aptitude.\nAbility to follow detailed assembly instructions and safety procedures.\nTop Candidates Will Also Have\nPrevious experience in mechanical or electrical assembly.\nExperience with electrical wiring, harness installation, and electrical connections.\nAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, or blueprints.\nExperience troubleshooting electrical components and using multimeters or other electrical testing equipment.\nFamiliarity with electrical systems, connectors, switches, sensors, or control panels.\nStrong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.\nStrong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.\nFlexibility to work different shifts or schedules based on business needs.\nPhysical Demands:\nMust be physically mobile with ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach and climb\nMust be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 35 lbs minimally, up to 20 lbs occasionally and up to 10 lbs frequently\nMust be able to see, hear and speak\nAdditional Information:\n1st Shift (7:00 am to 3:30 pm)\nFull-Time position with benefits\nStarting pay is $19.49-25.91 hr.\nAbility to work overtime as needed\nRelocation assistance is not offered for this position\nPlease ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.\nCaterpillar 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.\nEEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.\nFor more information, visit caterpillar.com.\nCaterpillar | Caterpillar Careers | Build What Matters\nIt's time to do the work that matters.\nSummary Pay Range:\n$19.50 - $25.92Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-relatedknowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.\nBenefits:\nSubject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. 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