Welder Apprentice, 3rd Shift with Day-One Benefits

Caterpillar; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day One Benefits

Overtime opportunities

Shift differential

Job summary

Caterpillar North Little Rock is hiring a Welder Apprentice for the 3rd shift (11 p.m.–7 a.m.). The role begins with Day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $21.75/hour plus shift differential. You will learn MIG, TIG, and related welding processes, with a six‑week weld school and three weeks on‑the‑job training.

Qualified candidates must pass multiple weld tests and be able to work overtime. Overtime opportunities exist based on production needs and performance.

Qualifications

• Basic welding fundamentals required; able to work safely and wear PPE.
• Intro period includes Weld School 6 weeks and 3 weeks OJT with 7:00 AM–3:00 PM training.
• Must pass qualification tests after training (GMAW, GTAW, gouging) to advance.

Responsibilities

• Weld using MIG, TIG and related processes per job specs.
• Read blueprints and follow standard work instructions.
• Maintain safety and quality while supporting production needs.

Skills

Welding fundamentals

Blueprint reading

Overtime readiness

Education

Technical or Trade School Welding Course

Tools

GMAW (MIG)

GTAW (TIG)

Carbon arc gouging

Job description

Caterpillar North Little Rock is hiring a Welder Apprentice for the 3rd shift (11 p.m.–7 a.m.). The role begins with Day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $21.75/hour plus shift differential. You will learn MIG, TIG, and related welding processes, with a six‑week weld school and three weeks on‑the‑job training.

Qualified candidates must pass multiple weld tests and be able to work overtime. Overtime opportunities exist based on production needs and performance.