Heavy Equipment Mechanical Technician - Day-One Benefits

Caterpillar; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) matching

Day-one benefits

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Mechanical Technician I in Brooklyn Park, MN to assemble our world-class machines on 1st shift. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and cost: you’ll work with torque tools, hydraulics, and electrical components to build heavy paving equipment.

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving are essential. Expected to pass pre-employment screenings; compensation starts at $25.73/hour with Day-One benefits and strong 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in a mechanic or assembly field, heavy equipment assembly, or technical school with a focus in a mechanical or manufacturing field.
• Relevant experiences such as mechanical aptitude in a personal or professional setting must be described in application
• No prior or current position restrictions or or holds.

Responsibilities

• Safely assembling heavy paving products according to model pictures and build instructions.
• Identify, document, and communicate opportunities for improvement; report discrepancies and recommend solutions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mechanical tools

Hydraulics knowledge

Electrical components

Caterpillar experience

Communication skills

Education

Technical school training

Tools

Torque tools

Crane equipment

Electronic/digital devices

Job description

Caterpillar is seeking a Mechanical Technician I in Brooklyn Park, MN to assemble our world-class machines on 1st shift. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and cost: you’ll work with torque tools, hydraulics, and electrical components to build heavy paving equipment.

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving are essential. Expected to pass pre-employment screenings; compensation starts at $25.73/hour with Day-One benefits and strong 401(k) matching.