Maintenance Mechanic (2nd and 3rd Shift)

Caterpillar, Inc.; Morton (IL); Presencial; USD 41.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid vacation and personal time

9 holidays + 2 floating holidays

Health insurance from day one

401K with company match

Descripción de la vacante

Caterpillar's Morton Distribution Center in Morton, Illinois, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support plant facilities and equipment. You will perform a range of maintenance tasks, seek downtime reduction, and contribute to smooth operations on 2nd and 3rd shifts.

The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, reading blueprints, and using welding and brazing skills. The position offers competitive pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for growth within a global leader.

Formación

• 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a similar environment.
• Ability to pass a 2-hour Ramsay skills test.
• Proficiency in welding, cutting, soldering, and brazing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as blueprints, sketches, and diagrams.

Responsabilidades

• Adjusting, installing, fabricating, repairing, and maintaining equipment like piping systems, machine drives, power conveyors, motors, and cranes.
• Performing on-site repairs of hydraulic systems, jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
• Utilizing machine tools, welding, cutting, soldering, and other technical skills to complete jobs.
• Diagnosing mechanical malfunctions and determining corrective procedures.
• Using precision tools for alignments and reading sketches/blueprints.

Conocimientos

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Welding & brazing

Troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Educación

Technical degree or diploma in a related field

Herramientas

Welding equipment

Descripción del empleo

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. 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. Why the Morton Distribution Center? 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 a Maintenance Mechanic, you will use your skills to perform a variety of maintenance and repair tasks on plant facilities and equipment, ensuring smooth operation and minimizing downtime. The hourly rate for this position starts at $35.81 per hour 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

• Adjusting, installing, fabricating, repairing, and maintaining equipment like piping systems, machine drives, power conveyors, motors, and cranes.
• Performing on-site repairs of hydraulic systems, jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
• Utilizing machine tools, welding, cutting, soldering, and other technical skills to complete jobs.
• Diagnosing mechanical malfunctions and determining corrective procedures.
• Using precision checking tools such as lasers and portable power tools for precise alignments.
• Working from sketches and blueprints to design, lay out, and fabricate special parts and equipment.

What We’re Looking For

Ideal candidates will bring a strong mechanical background and hands‑on experience in a variety of maintenance tasks.

Basic Qualifications

• 3-5 years of maintenance experience in a similar environment.
• Ability to pass a 2-hour Ramsay skills test.
• Proficiency in welding, cutting, soldering, and brazing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as blueprints, sketches, and diagrams.

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.
• Machine shop experience and a strong mechanical aptitude.

What You Will Receive

• 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

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. 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.

Summary Pay Range

$0.00 - $0.00

Posting Dates

November 6, 2026 - November 20, 2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Your work ethic, commitment to quality and eagerness to learn will help our customers do work that matters.