Sr Overhaul Technician Shop Repair First Shift

Caterpillar; Texas; On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Sr Overhaul Technician for the DeSoto, Texas shop. The role focuses on assembling and disassembling Solar turbine product lines, following strict safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

You will collaborate with engineers and other technicians, maintain records, and operate precision measuring tools and shop equipment in an overhaul environment. Preferred candidates have 5+ years of mechanical or turbo machinery experience and 2+ years in gas turbines, with a high

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on mechanical/turbo machinery experience.
• 2+ years Gas Turbine experience.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends.
• Willing to change shifts and job assignments to meet production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform operations for assembly or disassembly of Solar’s All of Solar 0 product lines per standards for safety, quality, velocity, and cost.
• Work from standard work instructions, engineering drawings, oral instructions, and shop practices.
• Recognize need for Engineering support when procedures fail or quality is questioned.
• Maintain training binder and records and ensure proper documentation of work.
• Use precision measuring instruments and shop equipment to support overhaul processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and support 5S discipline.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Gas Turbine experience

Reading drawings

Overtime availability

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Inspection equipment

Job description

## Sr Overhaul Technician Shop Repair First ShiftApply: Desoto, Texas: Full time: Posted Today: R0000401437**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.The successful candidate will work in all areas of the Shop Repair Value Stream supporting all turbines builds. The individual will work independently and with other team members to produce high quality material to be used in an assembly process and or in a support role.***What you will do:***· Perform the operations necessary for the assembly or disassembly of Solar’s All of Solar 0 product lines in a manner that aligns with standards for safety, quality, velocity, and cost.· Work from standard work instructions, engineering drawings, oral instructions, and established shop practices.· May perform work operations under direct guidance where adequate information has not yet been determined and/or furnished.· Recognize the need for Engineering support when given procedures will not work or the quality of components is questioned.· Embrace safety culture and identify safety improvements to reduce risk of injury or incident in the work area.· Work with team members, other technicians, and/or Engineering to solve technical problems.· Maintain training binder and records.· Perform material routing and movement of engines, hardware, sub-assemblies, and other material in compliance with material handling, movement, and storage procedures.· Report and record discrepancies and incidents utilizing Solar’s standard applications.· Maintain records and ensure proper documentation of assembly, disassembly, or repairs per the Quality Management System (QMS).· Use all types of precision measuring instruments and devices, hand and power tools, shop equipment and machinery as assigned.· Maintain a clean and orderly workspace to promote safety, Solar’s 5S culture, and prevent FOD.· Work individually and in teams to support production needs and continuous improvement projects.· Work in a teaming environment by attending and participating in team meetings, supporting established team business goals, and adhering to the team’s ground rules and norms.· Work required hours as requested to meet production and customer needs.· Demonstrate proficient skill with precision measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, drop micrometers, bore micrometers, etc.).· Operate shop equipment, material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, tilt table, etc.), bench and hand tools, test equipment and controls as well as machines and inspection equipment in an overhaul environment.· Perform rework of the nature and level of difficulty described herein.***What you will have:***· 5+ years of hands-on mechanical / turbo machinery experience.· 2+ Years Gas Turbine Experience· High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. · Ability to operate shop equipment, bench tools, hand tools and inspection equipment (micrometers).· Basic computer skills· Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics· Willing to work overtime and weekends· Flexibility to change shifts and job assignments to meet production requirements· Willing to take initiative to improve quality while reducing costs and cycle times· Must be able to communicate effectively within a cross-functional environment***What will set you apart:***· 7+ Years in a Manufacturing Environment· 5+ Years Gas Turbine Experience· A&P License### ### **Summary Pay Range:**$58,556.00 - $87,834.00Compensation 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### ### This position requires working onsite five days a week.### Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.**Posting Dates:**October 21, 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.Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.### About Us*Powering the future through innovative, sustainable energy solutions.*Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts. More than 16,000 Solar units are operating in more than 100 countries with more than 3 billion operating hours. Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages, and generator sets.Solar’s customers put the company’s products to work in many areas, including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil, and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products.Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 9,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.