Maintenance Technician III Small Engines

Caterpillar

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profile Job Location:

Midland, MI - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 34 - 45
Posted on: 19 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 SPM Oil and Gas:

SPM Oil & Gas a Caterpillar company provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades rapid prototyping of spare parts robust asset management operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry.

About The Role:

The Maintenance Technician III: small engine; performs corrective and preventive maintenance on field and hydraulic equipment. They will have some responsibility for facilities maintenance including HVAC and electrical. This person is a skilled experienced technician with the ability to work autonomously synthesize problems and provide solutions. This individual will be responsible for assisting in training and mentoring other technicians where applicable.

Additional Information:

  • Pay: This role starts at $34.30/hr and cand be adjusted with experience
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with the opportunity for overtime
  • This position does not offer relocation
  • This position does not offer sponsorship
  • This position requires working onsite 5 days a week


What You Will Do:

  • Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on hydraulic systems small diesel/gas engines and production equipment
  • Follow all safety protocols including risk assessments lockout/tagout and proper tool usage
  • Electrical: Ability to operate multi-meter tester for voltage amperage and resistance
  • Motors: Demonstrate the ability to determine pertinent motor nameplate info for replacement and or reordering
  • Troubleshoot repair and test equipment; diagnose motor and electrical component failures
  • Interpret OEM manuals Bill of Materials and Standard Operating Procedures to guide repairs
  • Conduct inspections apply root cause analysis/FMEA and identify recurring faults for management review.
  • Operate diagnostic tools including multi-meters to assess voltage amperage and resistance
  • Maintain a clean hazard-free environment for precision component repair
  • Pursue ongoing skills development as directed by management.

What You Will Have:

  • Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Have a clean driving record which means:
  • No more than (2) moving violations within the last 12 months.
  • No more than three (3) moving violations in the past three (3) years.
  • Must show proficiency in all maintenance related job functions including but not limited to corrective and preventive maintenance
  • Must have knowledge of Critical Safety Devices and functionality
  • Ability to work independently or in a team setting
  • Understands the operating principles of all Mills Lathes Grinders Saws Presses Bridge and Jib cranes including basic troubleshooting and sequence of operation
  • Ability to diagnose motor failures and other electrical components
  • Ability to navigate CNC Controls to diagnose issues and verify corrective actions
  • Demonstrates a full understanding of the departments CMMS system and completes required paperwork documents parts material usage and downtime within the CMMS
  • Advanced understanding of root cause analysis and FMEA
  • Advanced knowledge of overall manufacturing processes to identify external root causes
  • Identify routine faults or failures and report upper management
  • Actively working towards the completion of skills training curriculum as defined by management
  • Leader of lean manufacturing

Physical Demands:

  • Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
  • Required to sit; climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl
  • Must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus
  • Must be able to wear protective footwear and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the department

Work Environment:

  • Regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles
  • Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions
  • Occasionally exposed to high precarious places and vibration
  • Noise Level: Moderate

Summary Pay Range:

$34.30 - $45.95

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:

February 5 2026 - February 18 2026

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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Required Experience:

IC

Career Area:OperationsJob 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 sus...
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Key Skills

  • Electrical Experience
  • eMaint
  • Industrial Maintenance
  • HVAC
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Property Maintenance
  • Maintenance
  • Painting
  • Plumbing
  • Hydraulics
  • Programmable Logic Controllers
  • Troubleshooting

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Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.

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