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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.\nYour Work Shapes Our World\nWhen 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.\nWant 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 plus a 7% shift differential.\nAs 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.\nYou 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.\nJob duties include, but not limited to:\nTroubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical defects on machines using limited work instructions and/or repair manuals\nOperate heavy machinery safely both inside and outside the building, on test stands. \nDisassemble, rebuild and re install machine components utilizing provided assembly tooling\nOperate dc electric, pneumatic, and manual torque wrenches, Operate hydraulic press tooling, Operate overhead cranes for lifting heavy parts and assemblies\nPut 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\nDrive 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,\nThis position is for Post Build area at the North Little Rock, AR site.\nBasic Experience:\nPrevious Assembly experience is required\nWork independently\nWillingness and ability to sit or stand for prolonged\nWillingness and ability to adapt to various operations\nWillingness and ability to lift to 35 lbs.\nExcellent attendance record\nEffective communication and interpersonal skills\nTop Candidates will also have:\nBasic understanding of Voltmeter usage\nBasic understanding of electrical Schematics\nBasic Hydraulic Schematic Understanding\nUnderstand basic Hydraulic gauges for anticipated pressures\nTrouble shooting knowledge with component Status screens, Diagnostic codes and event\nManufacturing experience\nParts/product manufacturing assembly experience\nPhysical Job Requirements:\nWillingness and ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods\nWillingness and ability to adapt to various operations\nWillingness and ability to lift to 35 lbs.\nFrequently operates heavy equipment or machinery.\nReaches with hands/arms in any direction from approximately 3 inches off the floor to overhead range on a frequent basis in any direction. On an occasional basis, the employee may need to hold in a static position with sustained reaching to the waist to head range while pushing or pulling up to 70 lbs. to achieve the proper level of torque.\nAll eligible candidatesMUST passthe following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:\nBackground Screening\nDrug Screening\n Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire (clearance from Corporate Medical)\nWhat you will get:\nOur goal at Caterpillar is for YOU to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides DAY ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K). Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).\nFinal details\nResumes (Most recent) arehighly encouraged . Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification.\nPlease frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in (Be sure to keep your username and password when you initially apply) on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.\nThis employer 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\nNot ready to apply? Submit your information to our Talent Network here.\nSummary Pay Range:\n$24.15 - $30.25Compensation 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. This is a summary list of benefits.\nMedical, dental, and vision benefits*\n\nPaid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*\n\n401(k) savings plans*\n\nHealth Savings Account (HSA)*\n\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*\n\nHealth Lifestyle Programs*\n\nEmployee Assistance Program*\n\nVoluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*\n\nCareer Development*\n\nIncentive bonus*\n\nDisability benefits\n\nLife Insurance\n\nParental leave\n\nAdoption benefits\n\nTuition Reimbursement\n\n* These benefits also apply to part-time employees\nPosting Dates:\nNovember 2, 2026 - November 7, 2026Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.\nCaterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. 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