Material Mover

Career Area:
Operations

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.

• Obtain necessary training as required to operate moving equipment safely and efficiently such as Tugs, Forklifts, Transporters, Cranes, and Scissor Lifts.
• Determine daily package move requirements by using the package move schedule and daily assignments.
• Perform all the assigned duties necessary to maintain the moving equipment along with wheel dollies and fixators.
• Maintain Transporters records to show status of the equipment at any time. Provide Lead person with up-to-date information for any found discrepancies.
• Inspect wheel dollies for safe operating condition before using. If repairs are required, take wheel dollies back for repair to Hawthorne and Tag out of service.
• Operate 44 Ton pneumatic floor jacks as necessary to install / remove fixators or wheel dollies on packages.
• Plan and execute with all the Value Streams, Industrial Coating and Shipping daily for package moves and requests.

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• A valid agency issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record (this includes no moving violations within the last 12 months, no "2 point" violations within the last 3 years, and no DUI's within the last 7 years)
• Working computer knowledge
• Must be able to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 10-25 pounds
• Must be able to work at heights of up to 20 feet from the floor
• Strong attention to detail
• Capable of operating a two-axle truck
• Availability to work any shift.

• Previous experience operating moving equipment.

Base rate for this role ranges from $16.30, to $26.41. Actual rate will be based on experience. The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:

• Annual incentive bonus plan*
• Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
• 401(k) Savings Plan including company match
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Sign on bonus
• Career Development

* Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at

January 8, 2026 - January 22, 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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