Warehouse Associate

Job Description

Join Caterpillar’s Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) as a Warehouse Associate at our Spokane Distribution Center. You will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient handling, storage, and distribution of parts, materials, and equipment to support our customers worldwide.

Operations

Responsible for activities that support the receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.

• Safely perform material handling and warehousing processes.
• Operate handheld scanners for receiving, counting, and order processing.
• Be trained to operate order pickers, reach trucks, sit‑down forklifts, and overhead hoists as needed.
• Report defects and maintenance needs.
• Use pneumatic or power tools to construct wooden shipping containers and apply paint or rust protection.
• Maintain housekeeping standards.
• Other duties assigned by management.

• Consistent use of required PPE and safety procedures.

• Time Management: reliable attendance and productive goal attainment.
• Adaptability: work in variable temperatures, overtime when required, and willingness to learn cross‑functional processes.
• Collaboration:
  
  promote teamwork to reach shared goals.

• Perform quality checks accurately and follow written instructions.
• Basic math skills and ability to read/write documents in English.

• At least 1 year of warehouse experience with a minimum of twelve months at a single employer.
• Physical requirements:
  
  lift up to 50 pounds, walk 10‑12 miles per day, sit, stand, squat, and bend consistently. Reasonable accommodations may be available.

• Overtime (time and a half, sometimes mandatory).
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits from day 1.
• 6% company match for 401(k).
• Annual raises based on performance.
• 2 weeks paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Company‑paid life insurance (2× salary).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• College tuition assistance after 1 year.
• Safety‑focused workplace and growth opportunities through training.

• 1st Shift: Monday‑Friday 6 am – 2:30 pm ($19.95/hr)
• 2nd Shift: Monday‑Friday 2 pm – 10:30 pm ($20.95/hr)
• 3rd Shift: Sunday night – Friday morning 10 pm – 6:30 am ($20.95/hr)
• 4th Shift: Saturday & Sunday 10 am – 8:30 pm;
  Monday & Tuesday 2 pm – 12:30 am ($20.95/hr)
• 5th Shift: Wednesday‑Friday 2 pm – 12:30 am and Saturday 10 am – 8:30 pm ($20.95/hr)
• 7th Shift: Monday‑Friday 10 pm – 8:30 am ($20.95/hr)

• Background screening
• Drug screening
• Post‑offer medical questionnaire—clearance required

$19.35 – $25.15 per hour; compensation varies by location, experience, and performance.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage*
• Paid time off (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
• Benefits available to part‑time employees

July 2, 2026 – July 31, 2026

Caterpillar is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.