Machine Repair Mechanic

Caterpillar Brazil; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 83,152,000 - 103,926,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Retention Bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar South Milwaukee is seeking an experienced Machine Repair Mechanic for 2nd or 3rd shift. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of large industrial machine tools at a facility that produces powerful mining equipment for global operations.

The role requires hands-on maintenance expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to read mechanical/hydraulic documentation. A journeyman or equivalent credential is preferred, with competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industrial machine tool maintenance experience or completion of a relevant technical program.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing complex machine tools.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and hydraulic documentation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in machine tool theory and application.
• Journeyman Machine Repair/Millwright certification, Associate degree, Union Journeyman card, 5+ years experience, or equivalent military training.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair a wide range of machine tools from brands listed such as Liebherr, DMG, Pietro Carnaghi, Ingersoll, Innse, Pama, and others.
• Maintain and repair cranes, hoists, conveyors, furnaces, welding equipment, and other industrial assets.
• Install and service hydraulic and pneumatic systems, ball screws, precision bearings, and controllers.
• Perform machine leveling, shaft alignment, lubrication, tube bending, and welding.
• Read and interpret mechanical prints and hydraulic schematics.

Skills

Machine repair

Troubleshooting

Read drawings

Hydraulic systems

Alignment

Education

Journeyman certification

Associate degree in mechanical field

Union Journeyman card

Equivalent military training

Tools

Liebherr machines

DMG

Pietro Carnaghi

Ingersoll

Innse

Pama

Job description

Machine Repair MechanicSkip to main contentThis site uses cookies to create a better experience for you. Some of these cookies are set automatically because they’re necessary for the site to perform. Other cookies are used for functional, performance, and targeting purposes to enhance your experience by personalizing content and ads, enabling third party content and features, and enabling us to analyze how this site is used. 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Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.# **Machine Repair Mechanic – 2nd or 3rd Shift****Location:** South Milwaukee, WI**Shift:** 2nd or 3rd Shift (Full-Time)**Bonus:** $2,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus**Pay Progression*** **Step 1:** $32.20/hr* **Step 2:** $33.36/hr* **Step 3:** $34.57/hr* **Shift Premium:** +$1.00/hr for 2nd or 3rd shift**About Caterpillar South Milwaukee**Caterpillar is hiring **experienced Machine Repair Mechanics** with troubleshooting and repairing experience, that can maintain complex domestic and foreign machine tools and industrial equipment, to join our manufacturing team in **South Milwaukee, WI.**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.At our South Milwaukee facility, you’ll be part of a team that builds some of the largest and most powerful mining machines in the world. This facility specializes in the production of Cat Electric Rope Shovels (ERS) used in mining operations around the world.**Key Responsibilities*** Diagnose and repair a wide range of machine tools including Liebherr, DMG, Pietro Carnaghi, Ingersoll, Innse, Pama, and others* Maintain and repair cranes, hoists, conveyors, furnaces, welding equipment, and other industrial assets* Install and service hydraulic and pneumatic systems, ball screws, precision bearings, and controllers* Perform machine leveling, shaft alignment, lubrication, tube bending, and welding* Read and interpret mechanical prints and hydraulic schematics* Apply scraping principles and precision alignment techniques**Required Qualifications*** Minimum 3 years of industrial machine tool maintenance experience or completion of a relevant technical program* Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing complex machine tools* Ability to read and interpret mechanical and hydraulic documentation* Demonstrated proficiency in machine tool theory and application* One of the following:* **Journeyman Machine Repair/Millwright certification*** **Associate degree in a mechanical field*** **Union Journeyman card*** **5+ years of machine repair experience*** **Equivalent military training****Preferred Qualifications*** Experience with **preventive and predictive maintenance technologies*** Skills in **metal fabrication and precision laser alignment*** Familiarity with **ball screw and spindle repair*** Experience with large CNC machine tools and heavy industrial equipment* Exposure to PLC‐controlled equipment and industrial automation**Additional Info*** Full-time, 40 hours/week* No relocation assistance* Pre-employment drug screen and medical evaluation required* Please check your email (including spam/junk folders) for updates**Apply Today**Join a company that values your skills, supports your growth, and rewards your hard work.**Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process**.### ### **Summary Pay Range:**$29.02 - $36.27Compensation 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### ### ### **Posting Dates:**August 3, 2026 - August 30, 2026Any 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.