Welder Apprentice - 2nd shift
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
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Your Work Shapes Our World 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.
Want to build YOUR career?! LOOK at Caterpillar! We are looking for candidates just like you that want to build more than machines. This is a terrific opportunity to join the Caterpillar North Little Rock AR team as a Welder Apprentice our 2nd shift team earning day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $21.75/hour + 7% Shift Differential 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.
- 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
Schedule:
Position includes a wage of $21.75/hour + Shift Differential and a comprehensive benefit program.
Openings available on 2nd shift:
Monday – Friday 3 p.m.
- 11 p.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) Top Candidates Will Also Have:
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 Physical Requirements 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.
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.
Perks and Extra Details:Overtime is available, based on business need. You’ll have the opportunity for pay increases annually based on performance. Day One Benefits! We offer a total rewards package that provides medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K for all employees. Additional benefits include paid vacation days, holidays, personal time off (PTO) and a paid…
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