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Precision Machine Tool Mechanic Apprentice

Caterpillar


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 27 - 48
Posted: 22 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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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.

About the Role:

Work with Precision Machine Tool Mechanics to learn how to safely work on machinery and equipment in an industrial environment as well as troubleshoot diagnose and evaluate machine malfunctions. Be instructed on how to perform tasks such as repairs modifications and overhaul of lathes mills multiaxis mill-turn broaches precision grinders numerical control machines.

What You Will Do:

  • Spend a certain number of hours learning how to fit and scrape bearings assemble gear trains and fit to exacting tolerances align spindles columns knees tailstocks ways tables and saddles individually and in required relation to each other.

  • Understand how to determine and recommend major repairs in order to re-establish manufacturers tolerances and alignments etc.

  • Perform housekeeping duties and maintain a safe and clean working environment

  • Apprentices are required to complete a training program of four years (8000 hours) of on-the-job training with qualified Journeymen

  • Must attend related Community College classes for at least five hours per week until completion of the required courses per program guidelines

  • These courses provide supplemental knowledge related to the offered trades and is unpaid time

  • At the end of their Apprenticeship apprentices are expected to perform the role of a Precision Machine Tool Mechanic

Minimum Qualifications

  • All candidates must be at least 18 years old and eligible to enroll as a student with San Diego City College. Additionally candidates must have one of the following:

  • Diploma through G.E.D. issued by a high school

  • Certificate of High School Equivalency issued by a State Board of Education

  • Certification of High School Proficiency issued by a State Board of Education

  • Completion of 15 units of college courses from an accredited college with grades of C or better

  • Willing to work any shift

HOW TO APPLY:

  • Before you apply: Ensure you are eligible to enroll in San Diego City College (High School Diploma/GED)

  • Visit click Search Jobs search for Apprentice Please Note: Apprenticeship program opportunities are not always open or available and are based on the current needs of the business.

  • If you pass the resume screening you will be contacted to schedule a phone screen.

  • Complete a targeted selection interview.

  • Complete a final interview with the Joint Apprenticeship Committee (JAC).

  • If selected by the JAC and an offer is made you must pass all Solar Turbines pre-hire requirements including eligibility to work in the United States a background screening and a drug/physical screening test.

  • Fulfill all San Diego City College requirements for enrollment.

Summary Pay Range:

$27.30 - $48.30

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

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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 Dates:

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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