Production Pipefitter

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.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To layout, cut, fit and install all piping on all product according to standard work.

2nd Shift-Full Time

Job duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Plan, layout and install specifications for all types of piping (hydraulic, air, steam, grease, etc.).

Plan, layout and install from complete or incomplete engineering specifications, schematics, drawings and/or sketches, including measuring pipe lengths, location of fittings, etc.

Attach proper fittings and gauges and bend to desired shape when necessary, utilizing power cutting, threading, flaring and bending tools whenever possible.

Clean piece for assembly and use sealing materials on all fittings and joints as required.

Assemble units in pipe section as much as possible.

Install units manually with jib or overhead crane when necessary.

Test installation and make changes and adjustments as needed.

Disassemble, clean, prepare and make ready for shipment as required.

Perform above operations on lines such air, hydraulic, lubricating, etc., on products such as quarry machines, strippers, etc.


Required Qualifications:Previous experience with thread dies, portable drillings and sawing tools, screwdrivers, pipe wrenches, chisels, and other hand tools, jib and overhead cranes, etc.

Previous experience working with steel, copper pipes, tubing, elbows, tees, couplings, unions, fittings, grease, oil, coolant, other miscellaneous hardware, gauges, etc.

Working knowledge of High, medium and low pressure hydraulic and automated lube systems.

Ability to read drawings.



Additional Information:This position is located at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility located in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

2nd Shift

Full Time position

Pay: Step 1 - $27.42 hr, Step 2 - $28.57 hr, Step 3 - $29.70 hr plus an additional $1.00 for 2nd shift premium.

No relocation assistance is available.

Sign On & Retention Bonus available



Why Caterpillar South Milwaukee?
Competitive Hourly Pay with Shift Differential

All Positions are Full-Time

Bonuses for New Hires and Referrals

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Bereavement, Jury Duty, Military Duty Paid Benefits, Parental Leave

Benefits Effective Date of Hire - Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)

401k with 6% Company Match

Company Discounts and Voluntary Benefits

Annual Employee Rewards Program

Recognition Programs

Employee Assistance Program (includes eligible dependents)

Adoption Assistance Program

Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses), Safety Boot Reimbursement

Company Provided Uniforms and Caps

Uniform Lockers, Personal Lockers, Showers

Lunchroom with Self-Service Canteen



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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 www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:
April 4, 2024 - May 5, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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