Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
Whether it be groundbreaking products best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 100 Year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world your impact spans the globe. At the Caterpillar facility in Victoria Texas we take pride in working together to safely build quality attachments that enhance the productivity and utility of Caterpillar machines equipping them for a wide range of tasks and operating requirements. Being a member of our team is rewarding!
Have welding experience or a welding certificationPiece by piece part by part join our team and create your own steel masterpieces! We offer competitive pay and Day 1 benefits.
Duties and Responsibilities:
As a Welder I at the Caterpillar facility in Victoria Texas you can take pride in working together to safely build quality attachments that enhance the productivity and utility of Caterpillar machines equipping them for a wide range of tasks and operating requirements.
As a welderyoull receive a competitive pay starting between $18.00 up to $23.40 per hour. Over time based onperformance attendance and business need there is opportunity to promote to higher welder positions.
Weoffer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical dental vision RX and 6% matching 401K).
Youll have the opportunity for pay increases based on skills and performance as well as an annual opportunity for a merit increase and a quarterly bonus.
Potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing jobs.
Safety is a top priority. We provide all personal protective equipment welding hoods steel toe boots gloves safety glasses etc. as well as a uniform shirts pants and a jacket.
Work in a modern clean climate controlled wellventilated safeenvironment.
Be part of a leading global manufacturing company while working on a team with a familylike culture.
As a Caterpillar welder in VictoriaTexas you will:
Hand weld in multiple positions to create parts using semiautomatic MIG welders and .052 solid wire.
Use robotic welding technology to enhance capabilities and efficiency.
Perform advanced welding techniques all while using safety quality and standard work.
Use jib and overhead cranes to manually position parts and product.
Work in one and twoperson weld zones that are clean that are clean well ventilated safe and equipped with the latest technologies.
Work Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm with overtime as required or available.
Commit to being ontime and reliable.
Basic Qualifications:
Possess a welding certification OR a minimum of 6 months experience as a welder.
Ability to work from 7:00 am to 3:30 pmwith overtime as required oravailable.
Must be 18 years of age or older
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Must have the ability to safely perform work accurately and thoroughly
Top Candidates will also have:
Experience MIG welding
Ability to read blueprints.
Ability to work safely and wear all required personal protective equipment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office/Tools/Works
Ability to work well individually and in a teamenvironment.
Ability to work overtime to support production demands.
Additional Information
Shift: 1st Shift
Hours: 7:00AM3:30PM
Days: MondayFriday
Starting pay rate: $18.00/hr Gain Sharing Bonus
Work location: Victoria TX
Summary Pay Range:
$18.55 $24.05
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjobrelated 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 parttime employees
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 Dates:May 7 2025 May 19 2025
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals Including minorities females veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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