Welder - 2nd or 3rd- Bldg LL East Peoria

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Job Description:

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2nd or 3rd shifts available - Full Time - East Peoria Bldg LL

As an experienced Fabrication Specialist, you will set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform manual finish welding operations on plain and alloy steels in all positions

• Operate robotic welding equipment

• Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations

• Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging

• Sanding may be required to dress welds

• Use of jib and overhead crane to manually position work pieces  

 Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests during the Caterpillar provided training

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in production environment using GMAW or FCAW with 0.045" or larger wire on ½" or greater thickness material

• Ability to perform simple computer operations

• Be available to work any shift

• Ability to work overtime to support production demands

Desired Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of GMAW or FCAW welding experience

• Technical school or equal educational background in mechanical or similar discipline

Top Candidates will also possess:

• Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork

• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment

 Additional Information:

• Full Time position offering benefits including health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K, etc.

• Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses) and Weld Hood as well as Safety Boot Reimbursement.

• Shift: 2nd or 3rd (2nd shift 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm & 3rd shift 10:00 pm to 6:00 am)

• Pay: Up to $24.97 per hour, depending on experience, plus $1.00 per hour off-shift premium.
  Welders may elect to receive a $4.00 per hour retention bonus immediately.
  Incremental increases will be applied every 26 weeks until the maximum rate is reached.

• Training will be completed on 1st shift for the first 4-5 weeks

• 90 Day probationary period includes weld school training

• Welders may be placed on either 2nd or 3rd shift, dependent on business needs.

• This position is located in East Peoria Bldg LL

• No relocation package is available

• Must be able to pass welder qualification requirements during the Caterpillar provided training by a Certified Welding Educator (CWE), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or approved personnel

• Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen held to the DOT standards for prohibited substances

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Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered 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.)*

• 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

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

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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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