Welder - 3rd Shift- East Peoria LL

3rd Shift Available – Full Time – East Peoria LL

Caterpillar is hiring MIG Welders for 3rd shift at our East Peoria manufacturing facility LL. This is a full‑time production welding job offering Day 1 benefits as well as Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses) and Weld Hood, as well as Safety Boot Reimbursement.

• $3,000 New Hire Bonus
• Up to $29.97 per hour base pay, based on experience
• Includes $1.00 per hour off‑shift premium
• Includes $4.00 per hour retention bonus after successful completion of training
• Incremental increases will be applied every 26 weeks until the maximum rate is reached
• Shift: 3rd shift Sunday–Thursday 10:00 pm to 6:00 am
• Training completed on 1st or 3rd shift for the first 4 to 5 weeks

• Perform MIG welding and GMAW welding on steel components
• Weld plain and alloy steel in all positions
• Operate robotic welding equipment in a production environment
• Follow standard work, safety procedures, and quality requirements
• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
• Use overhead cranes and jib cranes to position materials

• At least 1 year of production MIG or GMAW welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting OR a welding certification from an accredited college or institution
• Relevant experience must be within the past 6 months
• Experience welding steel ½ inch thickness or greater
• Basic computer skills

• Ability to pass Caterpillar weld qualification testing
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime as needed

• Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment

• 90‑day probationary period includes weld school training
• Position is located in East Peoria Bldg LL
• No relocation package is available
• Must be able to pass welder qualification requirements during Caterpillar‑provided training by a Certified Welding Educator, Certified Welding Inspector, or approved personnel
• Safety is a core value  candidates must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen held to DOT standards for prohibited substances

• 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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.