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Welder I (2nd Shift)

Caterpillar


Job Location:

Victoria, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 19 - 24
Posted: 16 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 31 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
Whether it be groundbreaking products best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 100 Year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world your impact spans the globe. At the Caterpillar facility in Victoria Texas- we take pride in working together to safely build quality attachments that enhance the productivity and utility of Caterpillar machines equipping them for a wide range of tasks and operating requirements. Being a member of our team is rewarding!

Have welding experience or a welding certificationPiece by piece part by part join our team and create your own steel masterpieces! We offer competitive pay and DAY ONE benefits.

2nd Shift: 1:30pm-9:30pm

Duties and Responsibilities:

As a Welder I at the Caterpillar facility in Victoria Texas you can take pride in working together to safely build quality attachments that enhance the productivity and utility of Caterpillar machines equipping them for a wide range of tasks and operating requirements.

  • Compensation: As a welderyoull receive a competitive pay starting at $19.10 /hr plus an additional Quarterly Goal Sharing Bonus. Over time based onperformance attendance and business need there is opportunity to promote to higher welder positions.

  • 2nd shift has a night shift premium of $1.00 an hour when you work 2nd shift.

  • Weoffer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits (medical dental vision RX and 6% matching 401K).

  • Youll have the opportunity for pay increases based on skills and performance as well as an annual opportunity for a merit increase and a quarterly bonus.

  • Potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing jobs.

  • Safety is a top priority. We provide all personal protective equipment- welding hoods steel toe boots gloves safety glasses etc. as well as a uniform shirts pants and a jacket.

  • Work in a modern clean climate controlled well-ventilated safeenvironment.

  • Be part of a leading global manufacturing company while working on a team with a family-like culture.

As a Caterpillar Welder I in VictoriaTexas you will:

  • Hand weld in multiple positions to create parts using semi-automatic MIG welders and .052 solid wire.

  • Use robotic welding technology to enhance capabilities and efficiency.

  • Perform advanced welding techniques all while using safety quality and standard work.

  • Use jib and overhead cranes to manually position parts and product.

  • Work in one and two-person weld zones that are clean that are clean well ventilated safe and equipped with the latest technologies.

  • Commit to being on-time and reliable.


Basic Qualifications:

  • Possess a welding certification OR a minimum of 6 months experience as a welder (on the job or in your personal time)

  • Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment
    Demonstrates ability to follow directions and standard work

  • Must have the ability to safely perform work accurately and thoroughly

  • Must be 18 years of age or older

  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

  • Ability to safely perform work accurately and thoroughly

  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods performing repetitive work

  • Ability to produce quality work at a sustained pace

Top Candidates will also have:

  • Experience MIG welding

  • Ability to read blueprints.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office/Tools/Works

  • Ability to work well individually and in a teamenvironment.

  • Ability to work overtime to support production demands.

Additional Information

Shift: 2nd Shift

Hours: 1:30PM-9:30PM

Days: Monday-Friday

Pay rate: $19.10/hr $1.00 Night Shift Premium Goal Sharing

Work location: Victoria TX

Summary Pay Range:

$19.11 - $24.77

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:

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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