Vehicle Operator

3 hours ago

San Diego, California, United States Solar Turbines Full time $20 - $34

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.

Requires the operation of all Solar vehicles, on or off company premises.

WORK PERFORMED:

  • Drive pickups, stake beds, semi-trucks, truck cranes, and other fuel or electric powered vehicles on or off company premises, as assigned.

  • Load and unload applicable vehicles as is necessary.

  • Responsible for checking vehicles for proper and safe loading and correctness of loading and unloading procedures of assigned vehicle.

  • Work from authorized documents and other written and oral instructions to complete assigned tasks.

  • Perform emergency roadside minor maintenance to vehicle as may be necessary.

  • Maintain required licenses and permits.

  • Usage of forklifts

Minimum Qualifications

  • 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 work at heights of up to 20 feet from the floor

Preferred Qualifications

  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A

  • Good problem-solving skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills

  • Forklift experience

Compensation & Benefits

$20- $34.13

Compensation and benefits may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market, location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience.  Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.  

Benefits: 

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.  

·       Medical, dental, and vision benefits* 

·       Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* 

· 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  

These benefits also apply to part-time employees 

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

Posting Dates:

January 26, February 9, 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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