Project Structural Fitter B -2nd Shift

Caterpillar Inc.; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus program

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Night shift premium

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Project Structural Fitter B at the Solar manufacturing facility in Channelview, TX. You will join a team to accurately frame structural weldments using engineering drawings and follow standard work to ensure safe, defect-free operations.

The role requires manual fit of structural subcomponents, the ability to work 1st or 2nd shift, and overtime as needed. Experience in a production environment and basic computer operations are valued, with a focus on safety and

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass structural fitter qualification test.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment.
• Ability to perform simple computer operations.
• Be available to work 1st and 2nd shift.
• Ability to work overtime to support production demands.
• Must be able to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds.
• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform Manual fit of structural subcomponents to achieve the requirements in the engineering drawing.
• Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations
• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
• Sanding may be required to prepare and dress welds
• Use of common tools measuring and locating tools (tape measure, transit, etc)
• Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, jib and overhead cranes to move and position work pieces

Skills

Structural fabrication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Manual fitting

Forklift operation

Basic computer skills

Shift flexibility

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Overhead cranes

Measuring tools

Job description

Career Area:

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’rejoining 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’tjust 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.

Project Structural Fitter B

As a Structural Fitter, you will work in a team alongside the structural fabrication team to accurately frame structural weldments using engineering drawings.

Additional Information:

• Urgently hiring
• Hiring Multiple candidates
• This is a supplemental position located at the Solar manufacturing facility located in Channelview, TX
• No relocation package is available

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

• Perform Manual fit of structural subcomponents to achieve the requirements in the engineering drawing.
• Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations
• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
• Sanding may be required to prepare and dress welds
• Use of common tools measuring and locating tools (tape measure, transit, etc)
• Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, jib and overhead cranes to move and position work pieces

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass structural fitter qualification test
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a production environment
• Ability to perform simple computer operations
• Be available to work 1st and 2nd shift
• Ability to work overtime to support production demands
• Must be able to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds
• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment

Desired Qualifications:

• One (1) to three (3) years of Structural Fabrication experience

Top Candidates:

• Three (3) years or more of Structural Fabrication experience
• Good Communication Skills and strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
• Leadership Experience

Summary Pay Range:

$22.74 - $34.11

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.

• Competitive salary and annual bonus program
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Etc.)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection)
• There will be night shift premium qualifying for another $3 per hour for 2nd shift.

Potential base salary increases from annual performance reviews

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any position:

• Background Screening
• Physical and drug/alcohol screening

Solar 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, Solar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at Careers | Solar Turbines

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

Posting Dates:

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.