1st Shift Warehouse Associate - Waco Work Tools

Caterpillar Inc.; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits Day 1

401(k) match up to 6%

Annual merit-based raises

Up to 11 paid holidays

Company-paid life insurance (2X salary

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Waco, TX. The role supports customers by moving parts from distribution centers to needed locations, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and operating equipment such as reach trucks and cherry pickers.

1st shift, Monday–Friday, starting pay $19.05/hour, with overtime possible. You'll join the Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD), working in a team-focused setting with safety as a priority and training on equipment as

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Ability to read, write, and conduct business in English.
• Reliable attendance and strong time-management skills.
• Safety-focused mindset and willingness to follow procedures and wear required PPE.
• Ability to learn multiple processes and work in changing temperatures.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and perform basic math/quality checks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and repeatedly walk, stand, sit, squat, and bend throughout the shift.
• Overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and material-handling activities.
• Use handheld scanners for receiving, counting, and order processing.
• Train and operate equipment such as reach trucks, cherry/order pickers, and forklifts. (Experience preferred)
• Use pneumatic and power tools to build shipping containers and apply paint/rust preventative.
• Report equipment defects and maintenance needs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Teamwork

Time management

Safety mindset

Job description

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.

Career Area

Operations

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.

Caterpillar Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is hiring Warehouse Associates at our Waco Work Tools. As a Caterpillar Warehouse Associate, you support Caterpillar's customers by getting parts from our distribution centers directly to where they need them. This role includes sorting parts, and operating equipment, such as reach trucks and cherry pickers.

Location & Schedule

Caterpillar Waco Work Tools: 2100 Orchard Lane Waco, TX 76705.

1st Shift

Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm (overtime may be required depending on business need)

Starting Pay:

$19.05/hour

Paid Weekly

What You’ll Do

• Safely perform receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and material-handling activities.
• Use handheld scanners for receiving, counting, and order processing.
• Train and operate equipment such as reach trucks, cherry/order pickers, and forklifts. (Experience preferred)
• Use pneumatic and power tools to build shipping containers and apply paint/rust preventative.
• Report equipment defects and maintenance needs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Ability to read, write, and conduct business in English.
• Reliable attendance and strong time-management skills.
• Safety-focused mindset and willingness to follow procedures and wear required PPE.
• Ability to learn multiple processes and work in changing temperatures.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and perform basic math/quality checks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and repeatedly walk, stand, sit, squat, and bend throughout the shift.
• Overtime may be required.

What Caterpillar Offers

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits Day 1
• 401(k) match up to 6%
• Annual merit-based raises
• 10 paid vacation days (prorated first year)
• Up to 11 paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance (2X salary)
• Employee Assistance Program
• College tuition assistance after 1 year
• Training, career development, and advancement opportunities
• Safety-focused workplace

Hiring Process

Qualified applicants will receive a call from Talent Acquisition. Candidates who pass the phone screen will complete an online assessment. Candidates who pass the assessment will be scheduled for an on-site interview.

Pre-employment Requirements

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar: Background screening, drug screening, and post-offer medical questionnaire- clearance from Corporate Medical.

Our Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of CAT Parts and Integrated Logistics.

We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services, and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.

Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world‑class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience .

Please 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 on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

Caterpillar is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website

Relocation reimbursement is not offered for this position.

Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters. Apply now!

Summary Pay Range

$0.00 - $0.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

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

September 24, 2026 - October 11, 2026

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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