Engine Assembly Technician – 2nd/3rd Shift (Lafayette)

Caterpillar; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Matching 401k

Sign-on bonus

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Caterpillar in Lafayette, Indiana is hiring Assembly Technicians for the 2nd and 3rd shifts. You will assemble components for diesel and natural gas engines, prepare engines for testing and shipping, and participate in continuous improvement of assembly processes.

The role requires reading and writing in English, strong mechanical skills, and willingness to work overtime. Hourly pay starts at $23.33 with a 6% shift differential and a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Candidates must read, write, and conduct business in English.
• Strong mechanical background and ability to use hand tools, pneumatic tools, gauges and torque equipment.
• Flexibility to work 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble large diesel and natural gas engines and sub-assemblies.
• Prepare engines for testing, painting and shipping.
• Operate and troubleshoot assembly processes, read engineering prints.

Skills

English proficiency

Overtime willingness

Education

Technical degree (diesel/automotive/electrical/electronics/Construction equipment)

Job description

Caterpillar in Lafayette, Indiana is hiring Assembly Technicians for the 2nd and 3rd shifts. You will assemble components for diesel and natural gas engines, prepare engines for testing and shipping, and participate in continuous improvement of assembly processes.

The role requires reading and writing in English, strong mechanical skills, and willingness to work overtime. Hourly pay starts at $23.33 with a 6% shift differential and a $1,000 sign-on bonus.