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Overhaul Machinist III

Caterpillar


Job Location:

DeSoto, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 65454 - 81818
Posted: 21 August 2026 (21 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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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.

Responsible for machining parts to engineering provided documentation and ensuring the best quality is achieved and be able to operate various machines that are located in the department. Provide support to different departments throughout the facility.

This is a 2nd shift position

Salary Range:

$65454.00 - $81818.00

What you will do:

  • Set up and operate any machine tool to perform any operation within its capacity where special fixtures and holding devices are furnished or not required.

  • Perform complete and independent setup of various machine tools and perform any operation within the machines capacity working from O.I.S. prints tapes sketches oral and written instructions to determine the sequence of operations to be performed dimensions and tolerances to be held tools to use method of locating aligning and holding work and feeds and speeds.

  • Make machine adjustments for efficient machining operations.

  • Use precision measuring instruments machines and gauges to check own work for conformance to specifications.

  • As required pre-set and/or sharpen cutting tools.

  • Recognize improper machine functions and take corrective action and provide information to resolve discrepancies.

  • Replenish coolant change accessible filters and lubricate own machine tool as required. Check and report damage.

What you will have:

  • High School Diploma GED or equivalent

  • 3 years experience in the operation of manual machine tools

  • 2 years experience with CNC milling machines

What will set you apart:

  • A&P License with experience on turbine engines

  • Advanced computer skills (1 year)

  • Associate degree

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

August 14 2026 - August 20 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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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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