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Job Description:

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Mechanical Support Technician - 2nd Shift

$2,500 Sign On Bonus

Location: Lafayette, Indiana

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance, Incentives/Bonus Opportunities, Matching 401k, available first day of employment. www.caterpillar.com/careers : Apply online and create a candidate account.

CATERPILLAR - BUILD WHAT MATTERS

What matters most to you? Is it being part of a strong team? Supporting your family? Solving global problems? You can do these and more at Caterpillar; where your work enables progress around the globe, and you contribute to meaningful work. Together, we can build what matters!

The Large Power Systems Division in Lafayette, IN currently has an opening for a Mechanical Support Technician . In this role you will have the responsibility to perform preventive maintenance and lubrication on machines and equipment in the machine shop. One of the primary areas of focus for the Mechanical Support Technician will be in the service level for the chip and coolant handling systems. The Mechanical Support Technician will also provide assistance to the Machine Repairmen to accomplish various “two persons” tasks on equipment in the facility. This individual will autonomously perform minor mechanical repairs and process duties such as unplugging sluices, replacing way wipers, piping, and elimination of air, coolant, and hydraulic leaks.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Primary area of focus for the Mechanical Support Technician will be in the service level for the chip and coolant handling systems.

• Candidate will also provide assistance to the Machine Repairmen to accomplish various “two persons” tasks on equipment in the facility.

• Candidate will autonomously perform minor mechanical repairs and process duties such as unplugging sluices, replacing way wipers, piping, and elimination of air, coolant, and hydraulic leaks.

This solicitation is NOT for a mechanical apprenticeship program.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have through understanding and possess basic welding and cutting skill, lubrication principles, and pipefitting.

• Must have previous experience with preventive maintenance in an industrial environment on CNC machine tools, conveyors, robots, and/or coolant systems.

• Basic electrical and print reading will be required along with a thorough understanding of the basic knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication, systems, and welding skills.

Top Candidates will also:

• Work large amounts of overtime opportunities to support production demands.

• Possess and show strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation and apply customer-based focus.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work at heights, climb ladders, work underground, and in confined spaces.

• Candidates for all positions must have the ability to work in a fast pace, medium to heavy duty assembly, technical environment.

• Work may involve frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling, twisting, turning, climbing, and standing on concrete for 8+ hours.

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Additional Information:

• Location of this position is in Lafayette, IN

• Position available on 2nd Shift (3:30pm-11:30pm)

• Relocation assistance is available to eligible candidates

• Climate controlled work environment – most areas

• Clean/safe work environment

• 18 days/144 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO) - (Prorated based upon start date)

• 11 Paid holidays

• Please attach an updated resume

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

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 www.caterpillar.com/careers .

Summary Pay Range:

$28.55 - $36.26

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines .

Posting Dates:

December 17, 2024 - January 6, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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