Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 110,208,000 - 118,474,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in East Peoria, IL seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to service plant facilities and equipment, diagnose malfunctions, and perform wiring and repairs. The role demands reading schematics, test instrumentation, and safe job practices on the 3rd shift (11:00pm–7:00am, Sun–Thu).

We offer a $5,000 retention bonus, benefits starting day one, paid time off, 401(k), and more. Pay starts at $37.67/hr with $1.00 shift differential.

Qualifications

• Able to conduct daily maintenance and keep track of safety logs on equipment.
• Able to diagnose problems and malfunctions on a wide variety of manufacturing equipment.
• Research process and product blueprints/electrical prints for own area.

Responsibilities

• Put safety first with a goal to prevent all injuries, illnesses and safety incidents.
• Diagnose malfunctions on equipment using instruments and test fixtures.
• Test faulty equipment, calibrate and service electronic testing instruments.
• Diagnose malfunctions in electronic units and systems.
• Install electrical wiring and equipment per local and National Electric codes.
• Perform electrical repairs and preventive maintenance on building equipment, machines, and HVAC systems.
• Read blueprints/schematics and provide material/parts estimates for jobs.

Skills

Daily maintenance

Diagnostics

Blueprint reading

Job description

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.

Caterpillar has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic at our East Peoria, IL (Undercarriage Building BB) facility! Pay starts at $37.67 plus $1.00 per hour shift differential. This full-time position offers benefits including health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K etc.

We offer a $5,000 retention bonus for this role. The bonus is paid in two installments of $2,500 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.

As a Maintenance Mechanic at Caterpillar Inc., you will perform a variety of maintenance trade functions on plant facilities and equipment. Properly diagnose malfunctions, and plan corrective procedures. Test and repair valves, regulators, gas units, as well as repair conveyors, dynamometers, fans, and cranes. Make on-site repairs to hydraulic systems, jigs, fixtures, tooling, and install rigging to hoist units into position and uses machine tools and equipment applicable to the operation to be performed. The selected candidate will use all common and precision checking equipment, laser equipment and portable power tools as required.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for putting safety first with a goal to prevent all injuries, occupational illnesses and safety incidents
• Apply knowledge of operation of electronic circuits to locate defects using instruments
• Test faulty equipment, calibrate and service electronic testing instruments
• Apply knowledge of operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose malfunctions
• Install electrical wiring and related equipment for all building and plant equipment per local and National Electric codes
• Perform electrical repairs and PM on building electrical equipment, production machines and HVAC Systems
• Coordinate and prioritize work to meet customer needs and read blueprints/schematics, provide estimates for material and parts for jobs

Required Qualifications:

• Able to conduct daily maintenance and keep track of safety logs on equipment
• Able to diagnose problems and malfunctions on a wide variety of manufacturing equipment
• Research process and product blueprints/electrical prints for own area

Additional Information:

• This position does not offer relocation
• This position requires no travel
• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age
• 3rd shift position, 11:00pm - 7:00am Sunday - Thursday

What we offer:

• Competitive starting wages
• Scheduled wage increases
• Health, dental and vision insurance available on day one
• Employee national discounts
• Development opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k)

Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

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:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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

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.