Maintenance Technician III, Pipefitter - 1st Shift

Caterpillar Brazil; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off ( Vacation, Holidays,Vol

401(k) savings plans

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Career Development

Incentive bonus

Job summary

Caterpillar, based in the San Antonio area, is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to support facility modernization and equipment recapitalization. You will disconnect, relocate, install, reconnect, and test machine utilities, tackling piping, hydraulics, and electrical systems with minimal production impact.

With 5+ years in industrial maintenance, you will mentor junior techs, read mechanical drawings, and ensure safe, efficient installations across a busy manufacturing site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial utility systems, piping infrastructure, tubing, and production equipment in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or a relevant certification or degree in lieu of experience.
• Advanced experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, and performing maintenance activities such as equipment installation, piping modifications, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
• Strong mechanical knowledge of industrial piping systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, valves, regulators, bearings, lubrication principles, equipment alignment, and high- and low-pressure utility distribution systems.
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, piping schematics, utility layouts, and equipment installation documentation to support machine moves, pipe routing, and facility upgrades
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical and control systems, including motors, sensors, PLC-controlled equipment, and other manufacturing support systems
• Ability to mentor and train junior technicians, coordinate work activities, and support large-scale equipment installation, relocation, and facility recapitalization projects

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, lay out, route, fit, and install facility utility systems and production equipment piping, including compressed air, hydraulic, coolant, high‑pressure, and low‑pressure circuits
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues, equipment connections, valves, tubing, and piping systems, including system tie‑ins, leak checks, and repairs with minimal impact to production
• Disconnect, relocate, install, reconnect, pressure test, and verify machine utilities during equipment moves, upgrades, and facility recapitalization activities
• Apply knowledge of industrial piping layouts, pipe routing, hydraulic circuits, utility distribution, and common pipe materials such as welded steel pipe, stainless steel tubing, PVC pipe, schedule 40 and schedule 80 pipe, black pipe, galvanized pipe, thick wall tubing, and Victaulic pipe
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment, including forklifts, conveyors, pumps, motors, and automated manufacturing systems
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, operations, logistics, quality, and EHS teams to support equipment installations, facility improvements, and production uptime
• Monitor maintenance schedules, complete work order documentation, and maintain accurate records for equipment history and inventory tracking
• Identify, document, and support continuous improvement opportunities while proactively addressing safety concerns to maintain a safe work environment
• Provide mentorship and on‑the‑job training to Maintenance Technician I and II team members
• Perform work independently with limited supervision while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational requirements

Skills

Maintenance experience

Hand tools

Precision measuring

Mechanical knowledge

Reading drawings

Electrical/control systems

Mentoring

Education

Relevant certification or degree

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.

About IPSD

Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.

Job Summary

As a Maintenance Technician III at Caterpillar, you will help support facility modernization and equipment recapitalization efforts within our San Antonio Machine Shops. In this role, you will safely disconnect, relocate, install, reconnect, and test machine utility systems, including compressed air, hydraulic, coolant, high‑pressure, and low‑pressure circuits. You will use your mechanical maintenance and industrial piping experience to support equipment moves, piping modifications, troubleshooting, and production support needs. Working closely with maintenance, engineering, operations, and project teams, you will help complete installations safely and efficiently while minimizing disruption to production.

What you will do:

• Maintain, repair, lay out, route, fit, and install facility utility systems and production equipment piping, including compressed air, hydraulic, coolant, high‑pressure, and low‑pressure circuits
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues, equipment connections, valves, tubing, and piping systems, including system tie‑ins, leak checks, and repairs with minimal impact to production
• Disconnect, relocate, install, reconnect, pressure test, and verify machine utilities during equipment moves, upgrades, and facility recapitalization activities
• Apply knowledge of industrial piping layouts, pipe routing, hydraulic circuits, utility distribution, and common pipe materials such as welded steel pipe, stainless steel tubing, PVC pipe, schedule 40 and schedule 80 pipe, black pipe, galvanized pipe, thick wall tubing, and Victaulic pipe
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment, including forklifts, conveyors, pumps, motors, and automated manufacturing systems
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, operations, logistics, quality, and EHS teams to support equipment installations, facility improvements, and production uptime
• Monitor maintenance schedules, complete work order documentation, and maintain accurate records for equipment history and inventory tracking
• Identify, document, and support continuous improvement opportunities while proactively addressing safety concerns to maintain a safe work environment
• Provide mentorship and on‑the‑job training to Maintenance Technician I and II team members
• Perform work independently with limited supervision while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational requirements

What you will have:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial utility systems, piping infrastructure, tubing, and production equipment in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or a relevant certification or degree in lieu of experience
• Advanced experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring devices, and performing maintenance activities such as equipment installation, piping modifications, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
• Strong mechanical knowledge of industrial piping systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, valves, regulators, bearings, lubrication principles, equipment alignment, and high‑and low‑pressure utility distribution systems.
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, piping schematics, utility layouts, and equipment installation documentation to support machine moves, pipe routing, and facility upgrades
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical and control systems, including motors, sensors, PLC‑controlled equipment, and other manufacturing support systems
• Ability to mentor and train junior technicians, coordinate work activities, and support large‑scale equipment installation, relocation, and facility recapitalization projects

What would make you a top candidate:

• Hands‑on experience installing, modifying, and maintaining industrial piping and tubing systems, including welded steel pipe, stainless steel tubing, PVC pipe, schedule 40 and schedule 80 pipe, black pipe, galvanized pipe, thick wall tubing, and Victaulic pipe
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, high‑pressure, and low‑pressure systems while supporting machine installations, relocations, and facility upgrade projects

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive operations
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

We are committed to ensuring a supportive and accommodating work environment for all employees. Please advise of any reasonable accommodation requests to facilitate your ability to perform the job’s essential functions.

Additional Requirements

• Resumes are highly encouraged
• Former Caterpillar employees must meet rehire eligibility guidelines for consideration
• Must successfully complete a background, drug, and medical screening

Shift Information

Monday – Friday, 6:00AM-2:30PM. Overtime as required.

Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we have been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range

$31.50 - $41.00

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

• 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: September 4, 2026 - September 13, 2026

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.

There's more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.