Structural Fitter Fabricator
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Job Location:
South Milwaukee, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 27 - 36
Posted on:
6 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 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.
Structural Fitter / Fabricator Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
Shift: 2nd or 3rd Shift
Employment Type: FullTime
Pay Progression
- Step 1: $33.97/hour
- Step 2: $35.22/hour
- Step 3: $36.49/hour
- Shift Premium: $1.00/hour for 2nd or 3rd shift
Job Summary
About Caterpillar South Milwaukee
Key Responsibilities
- Weld plain and alloy structural steel in all positions using Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Perform multipass welds (10 passes) on heavy plate (2 inches thick)
- Read and interpret complex blueprints weld symbols and layout specifications
- Fit and assemble large structural weldments using jacks clamps jigs and layout tools
- Clamp tack weld burn air arc and label components per blueprint and process requirements
- Use jib gantry and overhead cranes to position large components safely
- Grind and dress fabricated weldments to meet quality standards
- Operate forklifts scissor lifts and aerial lifts as required
Required Skills
- 5 years of FCAW welding experience on heavy plate
- 3 years of structural fitting / fitup experience
- 3 years of blueprint reading and interpretation
- Working knowledge of back gouging carbon arcing or air arcing
- Ability to pass:
- 3 FCAW weld qualification tests
- 2 structural fitter qualification tests
Preferred Skills
- Strong safetyfirst mindset in heavy manufacturing environments
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency with layout and measurement tools including:
- Tape measure level surface gauges
- Tram points calipers combination sets
- Wedges and blocks
- Willingness to work overtime to meet production demands
Additional Information
- Fulltime schedule: 40 hours/week
- No relocation assistance available
- Preemployment drug screen and medical evaluation required
- Please monitor your email (including spam/junk folders) for application updates
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Summary Pay Range:
$27.40 - $36.38Compensation 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
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.Posting Dates:
April 8 2026 - May 3 2026Any 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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About Company
Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial turbines and diesel-electric locomotives.
