Welder

Caterpillar Brazil; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Welder to operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines and perform in-station repairs. You will conduct quality checks with weld gauges and other measuring tools, following standard procedures to ensure safe, defect-free components for construction equipment.

The role requires overtime when needed and the ability to lift heavy parts up to 35 lbs. Prior experience in a manufacturing setting and familiarity with Caterpillar products are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must have MIG welding experience or a welding trade certificate/diploma or completed a high school welding program within the last year.
• Overtime may be required to support business needs.
• Physical requirements: able to sit or stand for prolonged periods (with/without accommodations).
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines.
• Perform quality checks using weld and attribute gauges and other measuring tools.
• Perform in-station repair on defective welds using grinders.
• Follow documented procedures and routings to perform safe, defect-free operations.
• Use lifting devices to move heavy components over 35 lbs.

Skills

MIG welding

Robotic welding

Caterpillar experience

Continuous welding employment

Education

High school welding program

Welding trade certificate/diploma

Tools

Welding gauges

AWS D1.1 knowledge

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. Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training. 2nd/3rd shift: $24.34/hour (includes 8%-night shift premium) We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors.

As a Welder at Caterpillar, you will:

• Operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines
• Perform quality checks utilizing weld and attribute gages and other measuring tools
• Perform in station repair on defective welds using grinders
• Follow documented procedures standard work and routings to perform safe and defect free operations to create and machine components
• Use lifting devices to move heavy components of more than 35 lbs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must meet one of these 3 criteria: Must have MIG welding experience or Have a welding trade certificate/diploma or Completed a high school welding program within last year
• Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.
• Physical requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation): Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
• Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.

Top candidates will also have:

• Welding experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years of continuous employment in welding or manufacturing
• Continuous work history with progressive movement
• MIG welding experience and/or certification
• Robotic welding systems experience
• Caterpillar product knowledge
• Caterpillar will provide training to new welders to assure that Caterpillar safety and weld quality standards are communicated and understood.
• Successful candidates must be able to pass the following AWS D1.1 welder qualifications during Cat provided weld training: Fillet test in the 2F (horizontal), 3F (vertical) and 4F (overhead) positions Limited thickness groove test in the 1G (flat groove) position Welds will be inspected visually, destructively tested (bend test), and sectioned to verify proper penetration.

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

Shift Schedule:

• 2nd shift Excavator Line: Monday-Friday, 3:00 pm – 11:10 pm
• 2nd shift Tractor Line: Monday-Thursday, 3:30 pm – 2:00 am
• 3rd shift: Sunday-Friday, 11:00 pm – 7:10 am Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.

Relocation assistance is provided for qualified individuals.

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.

Posting Dates: August 17, 2026 - September 29, 2026

Summary Pay Range: $22.54 - $28.20 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.

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.