Welder -2nd Shift- East Peoria LL- HIRING & Retention BONUS

Career Area

Operations

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• $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
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• 2nd Shift: 3rd shift Su-Th 10:00 pm to 6:00 am
• Training completed on 1st or 3rd shift for the first 4 to 5 weeks

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.

• 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
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• A welding certification from an accredited college or institution.
• Relevant experience must be within the past 6 months.
• Experience welding steel 1/2 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
• This position is located in East Peoria Bldg LL
• No relocation package is available
• Must be able to pass welder qualification requirements during the Caterpillar provided training by a Certified Welding Educator (CWE), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or approved personnel
• Safety is a core value  owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen held to the DOT standards for prohibited substances

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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.

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

August 1, 2026 - October 30, 2026

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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