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Job Location drjobs

San Antonio - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 28 - 38

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

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.

About IPSD

Caterpillars Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine Petroleum Industrial Applications Electric Generators and Locomotives. Caterpillars company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.

Job Summary

As a Maintenance Technician III at Caterpillar youll bring your expertise to ensure the reliability and efficiency of our advanced production systems. Youll be responsible for performing advanced mechanical electrical and CNC maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role includes troubleshooting diagnosing and repairing complex machinery and equipment including motors pumps electrical panels and CNC machines. The Maintenance Technician III will adhere to safety protocols and mentor junior technicians. This position requires hands-on experience with pipefitting tasks such as cutting threading welding and testing piping systems in addition to reading blueprints and P&IDs. This position requires extensive experience in equipment maintenance technical problem-solving and leadership in a manufacturing setting. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for solving complex problems this senior level role is a great opportunity for growth and impact!

What you will do:

  • Cut thread bend and weld pipes using hand tools power tools and pipe bending equipment

  • Install and maintain valves pumps compressors and pressure regulators in accordance with safety and operational standards

  • Operate troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical assembly (i.e. fork trucks conveyors and robotic equipment)

  • Exercise knowledge of industrial electricity including single-phase and three-phase power motors protective devices and photo sensors

  • Test piping systems using hydrostatic or pneumatic testing methods to ensure integrity and compliance.

  • Provide professional development and on-the-job training to level 1 and 2 maintenance technicians

  • Troubleshooting pipe routing issues and assist in re-routing to support production layout changes or equipment upgrades

  • Monitor maintenance upkeep checklists to ensure efficient equipment operation

  • Complete work order processes documentation for complete work history and parts inventory tracking

  • Document and correct safety issues to maintain a safe work environment

What you will have:

  • Minimum of 5 years of work experience in maintaining troubleshooting and repairing industrial/electrical production equipment in a manufacturing or operations environment or possess a relevant certification or degree in lieu of experience

  • Advanced experience using hand tools power tools and basic maintenance tasks like lubrication cleaning and inspections

  • Advanced mechanical knowledge of basic machines (pulleys levers etc.) pneumatics hydraulics gears reducers bearings lubrication theory drive components (sheaves sprockets chain belts take-ups) and equipment alignment.

  • Advanced experience with electronics such as photo sensors PLCs remote I/Os servo drives and variable frequency drives

  • Ability to mentor and train junior technicians lead teams and oversee large maintenance projects

What would make you a top candidate:

  • Experience working in a team environment and willingness to train/mentor less experienced technicians

  • Advanced knowledge with AC/DC theory relays switches solenoids fuses breakers power generation and distribution (including 480V 3-phase) electrical safety lockout/tagout procedures National Electric Code digital multimeter operation and motor theory and protection

  • Advanced knowledge with mechanical knowledge of basic machines (pulleys levers etc.) pneumatics hydraulics gears reducers bearings lubrication theory drive components (sheaves sprockets chain belts take-ups) and equipment alignment.

  • Advanced knowledge with PM procedures including performing PMs logging completion etc.

  • Advanced knowledge with production facilitys systems including conveyors robotic equipment and (ASRS AKL and Auto Guided Vehicles (AGVs))

  • Advanced knowledge with reading and understand mechanical and building blueprints as well as electrical schematics

  • Advanced experience with all phases of cutting and welding

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time

  • Ability to perform repetitive operations

  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

We are committed to ensuring a supportive and accommodating work environment for all employees. Please advise of any reasonable accommodation requests to facilitate your ability to perform the jobs essential functions.

Additional Requirements:

  • Resumes are highly encouraged

  • Former Caterpillar employees must meet rehire eligibility guidelines for consideration

  • Current Caterpillar employees must meet time-in-role requirements as well as Caterpillars facility disciplinary guidelines for promotion

  • Must successfully complete a background drug and medical screening

Additional Information:

  • Shift Information: This is a day shift position with flexible scheduling Monday through Friday. Standard workdays are 8 hours with overtime opportunities available as needed to support production.

  • Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years we have been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

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.

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 Pay Range:

$28.85 - $38.10

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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 13 2025 - June 18 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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Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type

Full-Time

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