Experienced Welder

Career Area:

Operations

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining 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 don’t just 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.

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begin on Day ONE and paid training.

• 2nd/3rd shift: $25.92/hour (includes 8%-night shift premium)

We don’t lead our industry – our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors.

• Operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines
• Perform quality checks utilizing weld and attribute gauges and other measuring tools
• Perform in‑station repair on defective welds using grinders
• Follow documented procedures, standard work, and routings to perform safe and defect‑free operations to create and machine components
• Use lifting devices to move heavy components of more than 35 lbs.

• Three (3) years of GMAW (MIG) welding experience
• Continuous work history with progressive movement
• Welding experience in a Heavy Fabrications manufacturing environment
• Experience using GMAW with 0.045"
• Experience welding 1/2" or greater thickness material

Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.

• Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Willing and able to perform repetitive operations
• Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.

• Fillet test in the 2F (horizontal)
• Tack tests 3F (vertical) and 4F (overhead) positions
• Limited thickness groove test in the 1G (flat groove) position
• Welds will be inspected visually, destructively tested (bend test), and sectioned to verify proper penetration.
• Candidates must demonstrate the ability to perform carbon arc gouging and weld repair.

2nd shift – Excavator Line:
Monday‑Friday, 3:00 pm – 11:10 pm

2nd shift – Tractor Line:
Monday‑Thursday, 3:30 pm – 2:00 am

3rd shift:
Sunday‑Friday, 11:00 pm – 7:10 am

Summary Pay Range: $24.48 – $30.60

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.

• 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

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.

Posting Dates:
May 8, 2026 – June 29, 2026