Job Description
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.
P osition Objective This position is for experienced welders who are competent in Mig and Tig welding of fittings, pipes, sheet metal, and other components, as well as general fabrication, repair and remanufacturing of metal parts. Welders are capable of performing simple and precise operations on production parts and equipment using custom or general use fixtures and tools and possesses basic machining skills such as drilling, threading, and grinding.
Nature and Scope An employee in this position must be able to work with their peers as well as individually, and follow directions from team leads, supervisors, and managers. They must follow work instructions and processes, weld according to part drawings, execute tasks, and assist peers while remaining productive with minimal supervision.
They must have the ability to work on medium complexity parts with minimal input from more senior level welders. Employees in this position are expected to have few of their products subject to required reworking or rejection. These employees will work with a wide range of materials including aluminum, mild steel, alloys, stainless steel, and high temperature aerospace alloys and operate an array of welding equipment associated tools. It is expected they can meet common tolerance requirements shared by many remanufactured parts.
Employees in this role must pass and maintain required welding qualification tests. They must be fully able to read, comply and understand welding procedures, and must be able to weld in various positions and environments.
Employee may be required to complete work on a manufacturing shop floor, engine test cell, disassembly area, or other active work area, and must be able to recognize and avoid hazards and unsafe operation of equipment as well as assist lower-level employees in identifying these risks.
Employees may be required to take a welding test to demonstrate proficiency prior to being hired. Equipment that may need to be operated to complete duties:
• Welding equipment for GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, or GMAW-P
• Fabrication equipment such as a saw, plasma cutter, manual lathe, or drill press
• Measurement tools and gauges for checking work
• Forklift, crane, or transporter for moving materials, tools, and equipment
• Computer for completing production orders, recording work hours, and online training
• Other equipment that may be necessary for completion of work
Pr incipal Accountabilities • Comply with all of Solar's Environmental, Health and Safety Programs, Regulations and
Guidelines, Policies, procedures, and best practices; use proper PPE, Smoke Eaters, etc
• Weld per AWS D1.1 or ASME Sec.9 B31.3/B31.8 standards and comply with PED standards when specified
• Weld repair reman production parts in accordance with shop floor instructions
• Perform ad-hoc weld repairs and fastener/part extractions as required to support production and test areas with urgent support and rework.
• Check own work for conformance to welding procedure and specifications.
• Ensure that the welding procedures have been followed and quality has not been compromised.
• Maintain production work log
Qu alifications • Competent in GMAW (Mig), GTAW (Tig) processes
• Must have 3-6 years welding and/or fabrication experience
• Must already hold or be willing to certify on specified welding methods.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• AWS or equivalent certification preferred for all welders
• Basic computer skills
Summary Pay Range: $51,674.00 - $77,510.00
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.
\n - Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
\n - Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
\n - 401(k) savings plans*
\n - Health Savings Account (HSA)*
\n - Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
\n - Health Lifestyle Programs*
\n - Employee Assistance Program*
\n - Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
\n - Career Development*
\n - Incentive bonus*
\n - Disability benefits
\n - Life Insurance
\n - Parental leave
\n - Adoption benefits
\n - Tuition Reimbursement
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* 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. 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
Posting Dates: July 16, 2025 - July 29, 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. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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