Welder Apprentice - 1st shift
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Manufacturing / Production
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Fabrication
Job Description
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.
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Job DescriptionYour 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.
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. Join us.
Caterpillar – North Little Rock Utilizes a Variety Of Welding Processes Within The Facility. We Have 15 Robotic Welding Cells And Over 30 Different Weld Stations To Complete Daily Builds. As a Fabricator The Main Welding Process Is 0.052" GMAW (MIG) In The 1G/2G & 1F/2F Positions. In Addition, GTAW (TIG) And Stud Welding Are Utilized In Some Weld Stations. Candidates Must Pass The Following Welder Qualification Tests At The Completion Of a Caterpillar Provided 6-Week Weld School And 3 Weeks OJT.
- 0.052" GMAW – 2F – 8mm – Single Pass
- 0.052" GMAW – 2F – 10mm – MULTI-PASS
- 0.052" GMAW – 2G – 12.7mm – MULTI-PASS
- 0.052" GMAW – 3F – 5mm
- GTAW 3F-4F Toe dress
- Position includes a wage of $21.75/hour and a comprehensive benefit program
- Openings available on 1st shift:
Monday – Friday 7a.m.
- 3p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization
- Basic Knowledge of Welding Fundamentals
- Available to work from 7:00AM to 3:00PM during the introductory training period (6-Weeks in Weld School & 3-Weeks OJT)
- Welding experience and/or successful completion of a Technical or Trade School Welding Course
- Ability to Work Safely & Wear Required Personal Protective Equipment
- Experience utilizing GMAW, GTAW & Carbon Arc Gouging processes
- Ability to Complete an 8mm – 2F, 10mm – 2F & 25mm – 2G Weld Qualification Test utilizing 0.052" GMAW weld process
- Ability to Follow Standard Work Instructions
- Ability to Read Blueprints
- Ability to Work Overtime to Support Production Demands
- Ability to sit, kneel, squat, or stand for prolonged periods
- Ability to climb, work from and descend ladders/platforms/steps
- Ability to perform repetitive operations
- Ability to lift to 35 lbs.
- Overtime is available, based on business need.
- You’ll have the opportunity for pay increases annually based on…
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