Utilities Repair Technician Apprentice

Caterpillar; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterpillar is seeking a Utilities Repair Technician Apprentice in Lafayette, Indiana. This 3-4 year program combines hands-on training with technical coursework, preparing candidates for long-term careers in maintenance. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and other incentives, with pay ranging between $29.40 and $37.40 per hour.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Incentives/Bonus Opportunities

Matching 401k available day one

144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO)

11 Paid holidays

Career Development

Qualifications

• Strong computer hardware and software skills.
• Basic mechanical/electrical skills; experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive Maintenance Technician Development program.
• Complete on-the-job training and community college coursework.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting and working in confined spaces.

Skills

Computer hardware skills

Network knowledge

Software skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Hydraulics knowledge

Pneumatics knowledge

Communication skills

Team-based attitude

Education

Technical certificate

Job description

Career Area:

Operations

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.

Utilities Repair Technician Apprentice

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k available day one.

www.caterpillar.com/careers : Apply online and create a candidate account.

CATERPILLAR - WE BUILD WHAT MATTERS

What matters most to you?Is it being part of a strong team?Supporting your family? Solving global problems? You can do these and more at Caterpillar; where your work enables progress around the globe, and you contribute to meaningful work. Together, we can build what matters!

This is a 3-4-year competency-based Maintenance Technician Development program. This program has been developed to meet the needs for qualified Maintenance Technicians in the Lafayette, IN facility, through on-the-job training and an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) study program. The trainee will be assigned to a variety of training stations with specific learning activities throughout the facility that pertain to their skill path, and will rotate between first, second and third shifts as needed to complete learning requirements. Upon successful completion of the program, the trainee will be given the opportunity to become a level 6 Maintenance Technician within Facilities Engineering.

The applicant will be required to take classes at a local community college to acquire a technical certificate during the program. The applicant will also be required to work all shifts IE: first, second & third during the Maintenance Training Development program, work at heights, climb ladders, work underground, and in confined spaces. They should be willing to work overtime, such as weekends, holidays and shutdowns and must not be colorblind. It is incumbent that the applicant takes the lead in his or her own learning by working within the ILP and the tradesmen. Successful candidate will graduate the Maintenance Technician Development program to a 2nd or 3rd shift opening to be determined later.

Basic Qualifications :

• Strong computer hardware, network and software skills and knowledge.
• Basic mechanical/electrical skills, hydraulics, pneumatics

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Good communication skills
• Excellent work ethic
• Positive team-based attitude
• Willing to work overtime (weekends, holidays, shutdown)
• Willing to learn attitude.

Physical Requirements:

• Candidates for all positions must have the ability to work in a fast pace, medium to heavy duty assembly, technical environment.
• Must pass colorblind test
• Work may involve frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling, twisting, turning, climbing, and standing on concrete for 8+ hours.
• All positions also require the ability to lift 40 pounds and withstand frequent repetitive movement of hands with a variety of tooling.
• Must be able to work in heights and confined spaces

Additional Information:

• Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.
• Shift to be determined after apprenticeship is completed.
• 40-hour work weeks with potential for Overtime
• 144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)
• 11 Paid holidays
• Climate controlled work environment – most areas
• Please Attach an Updated Resume
• Clean/safe work environment

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers .

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Summary Pay Range:

$29.40 - $37.40

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.

• 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:

June 24, 2025 - July 1, 2025

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.

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