Painter I

Caterpillar


Job Location:

Mabank, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 45809 - 68713
Posted on: 3 days 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.

This position is for entry level painters who are able to learn the necessary procedures relating to the Paint Department. Painter I works under the guidance of experienced and senior level painters to gain experience in the relevant areas.

What you will do:

  • Painter I primarily performs cleaning of parts prior to painting masking paint preparation and after proper training performs industrial epoxy painting on simple parts.

  • Cleans sands grit blasts masks and performs other surface preparations prior to paint application. Applies paint to all specified tolerances in all areas. Removes masking and cleans parts prior to further manufacturing processing.

  • Sets up and operates necessary equipment following established procedures specifications oral and/or written instructions.

  • Performs other protective coating processing.

  • Maintain material records and order coating materials to sustain established inventory levels.

  • Aid in the instruction of other Solar Turbines personnel in corrosion resistant inorganic aluminum water-based coating operations.

  • Committed to sustain and improve safety and able to work with Environmental Health and Safety Department.

Principal Functions
Parts masking tools and tape
Sand blasting
Painting Solar Grey
Priming
Paint preparation

Tools/Equipment & Technologies
Sand Blasting booth
Painting booth
Lifting tables various small equipment & tools
Equipment at paint preparation room

Work Environment
Shop floor painting room Preparation room Paint prep room
Sand blasting noise dust labor intensive

Preparing parts for painting preparing the paint booth and completing paint activities.

What you will have:

  • Apprenticed painter; 0-2 years experience.

  • Some experience required with painting (airless HVLP HP) or sandblasting.

  • Must be able to attain medical clearance certification on different forklifts and overhead cranes.

  • High School Diploma GED or equivalent required.

  • Must be able to take coaching and feedback from senior peers and team lead to continue to improve performance and quality.

  • Adhere to company HSSE policies

What will set you apart:

  • Prior exposure and experience in a Solar Turbines manufacturing environment

  • Prior experience with Turbine engines and packages

Summary Pay Range:

$45809.00 - $68713.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

June 30 2026 - July 13 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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