Industrial Electrician 2nd and 3rd Shift ]

Caterpillar Inc.

Morton (IL)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Overtime opportunities

Parental leave

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Morton, Illinois, is seeking an Electrician for the Morton Distribution Center. The role involves building, installing, and repairing electrical circuits on machine tools and plant equipment, testing malfunctions, and calibrating instruments.

Shifts include second and third, with a starting pay of $35.81 per hour plus a $1.00/hour shift differential. Qualified candidates will have an electrical background, be able to read schematics, and pass a Ramsay skills test.

Qualifications

Three years of experience, or the equivalent, before performing intermediate tasks on electrical and electronic machinery and equipment
Proficiency in electrical theory and its application to plant operations
Ability to read and interpret schematics and electrical diagrams
Ability to pass a 2-hour Ramsay skills test
Good comprehension of oral instructions and work orders to determine tasks and needs

Responsibilities

Build, install, repair electrical and electronic circuits for machine tools and plant equipment
Locate defects using instruments and diagnose malfunctions
Test faulty equipment and calibrate testing instruments
Troubleshoot relay logic and CNC/PLC controlled machines
Support electrical aspects of new equipment installation
Maintain safety and quality while working near high-voltage systems

Skills

Electrical background

Electrical theory

Schematics reading

Troubleshooting

Ramsay test

Education

Technical degree or diploma

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

Why the Morton Distribution Center?

At Caterpillar’s Morton Distribution Center, we believe the employee experience is just as important as pay and benefits. We are committed to continuous professional development, employee recognition, and meaningful engagement, ensuring our people feel connected to the work they do and the impact they make every day. Also shaping our positive employee experience is the value placed on our employee’s safety, health and wellness – one that is focused on care, learning, and prevention.

In addition to the competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment where employees are empowered to contribute, learn, and thrive. You’ll have opportunities to actively participate in shaping our workplace culture.

As An Employee, You Will Be Invited To Get Involved In One Of Our Campus Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), Which Help Foster Inclusion, Community, And Connection

Women’s Initiative Network (WIN)
Abled & Disabled Employees Partnering Together (ADEPT)
Caterpillar’s African American Network (CAAN)
Armed Forces Support Network (AFSN)

Available Shifts

Weekday 2nd Shift – Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 11:00pm

Weekday 3rd Shift – Sunday night – Friday morning 11:00pm - 7:00am

What You Will Do

As an Electrician, you will be responsible for building, installing and repairing electrical and electronic circuits used on machine tools and plant equipment. While applying your knowledge to the operations of electrical units and systems, you will test and diagnose malfunctions.

Pay starts at $35.81 plus $1.00 per hour shift differential (For 2nd and 3rd shift). This full-time position offers benefits including health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K etc.

This role will offer a retention bonus. The bonus is paid in two installments at the end of each calendar quarter. New hires are eligible for the first installment at the end of the quarter in which they start.

Key Responsibilities Include

Build, install, repair electrical and electronic circuits used on machine tools and plant equipment
Apply knowledge of operation of electronic circuits to locate defects using instruments
Test faulty equipment
Apply knowledge of operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose malfunctions
Utilize oscilloscopes, signal generators, electronic counter, recorders, etc.
Calibrate and service electronic testing instruments
Electrically troubleshoot and repair complex machine tools and related equipment
Troubleshoot and repair relay logic machines and CNC/PLC controlled machines
Support electrical aspects of new equipment installation

What We’re Looking For

Ideal candidates will bring a strong electrical background and hands-on experience. Basic qualifications include:

Comprehension of oral instructions and/or printed work orders to determine work assignments and material and equipment needs
Proficiency in electrical and electronic theory and application relating to plant operations and equipment
Demonstrate an intermediate working knowledge of interpreting schematics and electrical diagrams
Possess three years of experience, or demonstrate the equivalent, before performing intermediate tasks on electrical and electronic machinery and equipment
Obtain two years of experience, or demonstrate the equivalent, before performing basic mechanical installation or repair to equipment
Ability to pass a 2-hour Ramsay skills test.

Physical Requirements

This position involves working near high-voltage electricity, molten metal, heavy equipment, and in confined or elevated spaces. Physical fitness is essential to safely perform these tasks with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical degree or diploma in a related field.
Conduit bending experience

What You Will Receive

At Caterpillar, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits to ensure your well‑being, including:

Paid vacation time and personal time
9 paid holidays & 2 floating holidays
Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (Medical Prescriptions) (get all starting as low as $38.00/month!
Caterpillar matches 75% of your contribution, up to 6% of your base pay and incentive pay for 401K
80 Hours of Paid Parental Leave available
Free preventive health exams and testing
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Offers additional resources, recognition and discount programs
Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
Education tuition assistance after 1 year of employment
Employee led engagement teams

Pre-Employment Requirements

Background screening.
Drug screening.
Post-offer medical questionnaire and clearance from Corporate Medical

Additional Information

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.

Full benefits
Starting salary is $35.81 plus $1.00 per hour shift differential
Position is located in Morton, Illinois
This position is on 2nd Shift (Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm) and 3rd Shift (Sunday-Thursday 11pm-7am)
No relocation reimbursement is offered

This 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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers.

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.

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

Summary Pay Range

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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

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