Machine Repair Mechanic - 2nd or 3rd Shift

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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.

Large Power Systems Division (LPSD):

We design and manufacture the most comprehensive lineup of large diesel and natural gas engines in the industry, as well as engine components and powertrains.

As a Machine Repair Mechanic at our Mapleton Foundry, you will inspect equipment and plan repairs for service required. You are also responsible for checking blueprints, diagrams, or drawings for repairs or installations when necessary and do lay-out work and fabrication. Also the use of various hand tools and equipment to dismantle, repair, replace and reassemble parts and equipment is required. You will assemble and align gears, bearings, cams, and shafts involving the application of press, sliding and running fits. While operating machinery such as drill presses, lathes, mills, grinders, power saws, and cutting & threading machines.

Caterpillar has exciting opportunities for Machine Repair Mechanics at our Mapleton Facility! These are 2nd or 3rd shift hourly positions. Pay starts at $35.81/hr. plus $1.00 per hour shift differential. These Full Time positions offer benefits including health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K etc.

What You Will Do (including but not limited to):

• Performs maintenance pipefitting on all equipment

• Changes, sets up, and adjusts equipment as required

• Lubricates or directs others to lubricate equipment

• Uses all common and precision checking equipment, laser equipment, and portable power tools Installs, repairs, and maintains pumps

• Uses Hydraulic equipment,Metal cutting and forming equipment,Compressors, valves, turbines, steam delivery systemsand Material handling equipment

Basic Qualifications:

• Successfully pass a 2-hour skills exam

• 3-5 years maintenance experience

Physical Qualifications (with or without reasonable accommodation):

• Be able to work near high voltage electricity, molten metal, heavy equipment, various gases, moving machinery, high above the floor and in acongested or confined areas

Top Candidates Will Have:

• Strong mechanical background

• Machine shop experience

• Technical degree/diploma

• Must be able to weld, cut, solder and braze

What You Will Get:

• Safety in words and actions. Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We encourage and commit to safety in all processes that we do. We strive to provide a safe and secure work environment for all our employees.

• A rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage. Because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:

• Starting salary is $35.81/hr. plus $1.00 per hour shift differential

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan (prorated based on start date)

• 401k savings plan

• Wellness programs

Additional Information:

• Positionis located inMapleton, Illinois

• This position is on 2nd or 3rd shift

• No relocation reimbursement is offered

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Summary Pay Range:

Compensation 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.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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