Machine Repair Trainee

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Career Area:Operations

Job Description:

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Your Work Shapes Our World
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. Join us.
Want to build YOUR career?! LOOK at Caterpillar! We are looking for candidates just like you that want to build more than machines. This is a terrific opportunity to join the Caterpillar North Little Rock AR team as a Machine Repair Trainee on our 2nd shift team earning day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $24.15/hour.
As a Machine Repair Trainee, you will work on fully built machines, testing and fixing issues that arise in a safe manner, while ensuring your work meets the quality standards of our customers. You will also work on an assembly line or in an assembly station and safely perform all necessary functions to ensure quality products are delivered in a timely manner. Job duties include , but not limited to: Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic and electrical defects on machines using limited work instructions and/or repair manuals, Operate heavy machinery safely both inside and outside the building, on test stands, and on the test rack at high speeds, Disassemble, rebuild and re install machine components utilizing provided assembly tooling, Operate DC electric, pneumatic, and manual torque wrenches, Operate hydraulic press tooling, Operate overhead cranes for lifting heavy parts and assemblies, Put mechanical assemblies together using a variety of fastener types, Connect hydraulic hoses and route them through specific points, Connect electrical connections and route them through specific points, Pick multiple parts from multiple different storage locations in a manner to support your next build, Follow standard work, both visual and written instructions, to ensure product is built to meet engineering requirements, Inspect your own work for errors, Drive continuous improvement ideas related to safety, quality and efficiency with peers and support teams, Drive corrective action for repeat defects created from your process groups, Participate in daily communication dialogues with team, counterparts, and management, Use designated test equipment to validate machine builds, Ability to climb up and down work platforms multiple times daily, Ability to stand, walk, squat and bend for long periods of time, and ability to lift up to 35 pounds. This position is for Post Build area at the North Little Rock, AR site.
Pay Rate and Schedule:
* The position includes a wage of $24.15/hour and a comprehensive benefit program!
* Opening available on 2nd shift: Monday - Friday, 3 p.m. - 11 p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization.
In this role, you will:
* Work as a team, following work instructions to build our Caterpillar machines.
* Collaborate with support teams to make continuous improvements to our assembly process.
* Utilize assembly tools and lifting devices to make the work easier and safer
* Own the work you do, actively seeking to learn and improve to ensure the highest level of adherence to safety and quality
What you will have:
* Previous work or volunteer experience (Assembly experience is not required, we provide classroom and on the job training)
* Willingness and ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
* Willingness and ability to adapt to various operations
* Willingness and ability to lift to 35 lbs.
Physical Job Requirements - Production:
* Constantly stands on concrete floors while retrieving parts/tools and completing tasks at assigned workstation. Walks on concrete floors while retrieving parts/tools from distances of a few feet to approximately 80 feet; frequently to constantly throughout the shift.
* Sits on scooter or creeper (close to floor) on occasional basis to position body under the machine or at the bottom of the part or machine.
* Kneels on an occasional basis to position body under at the bottom of the part or machine
* Squats on a frequent basis to lift material/tools from a cart to the point of operation. Employee may need to remain in a static squatted position for a few minutes at a time on an occasional basis.
* Climbs up and down stairs, platforms, and ladders on an occasional basis up to a height of 15 feet.
* May rotate and bend at the waist while reaching into storage bins and positioning body in front of the machine/part on an occasional basis.
* Reaches with hands/arms in any direction from approximately 3 inches off the floor to overhead range on a frequent basis in any direction. On an occasional basis, the employee may need to hold in a static position with sustained reaching to the waist to head range while pushing or pulling up to 70 lbs to achieve the proper level of torque.
* Frequently lifts, up to 10-15 lbs. throughout the shift. Occasionally lifts, up to 25 lbs; On a rare basis, the employee might lift, up to 35 lbs. On an occasional basis, the employee may need to hold in a static position with sustained reaching to the waist to head range while holding 10-15 lbs.
* Frequently operates heavy equipment or machinery.
* Frequently bends the neck forward. Occasionally twists the neck, tilts the neck sideways or extends the neck to look in different directions. On a rare basis, the employee may have to hold their neck in a static position for a few minutes at a time.
* Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand or hands, constantly with a light to moderate grip. Occasionally, a forceful grip maybe needed to assemble parts into the correct position.
* Occasional exposure to vibration tools
* Occasionally uses fingers to operate computer and frequently uses fingers to operate hoist controls

Top Candidates will also have:
* Manufacturing experience
* Parts/product manufacturing assembly experience
* Excellent attendance record
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:
* Background Screening
* Drug Screening
* Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire (clearance from Corporate Medical)
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What you will get:
Our goal at Caterpillar is for YOU to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides DAY ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K). Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).

Final details
Resumes (Most recent) are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification. Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in (Be sure to keep your username and password when you initially apply) on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. 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

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Summary Pay Range:$24.15 - $30.25

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

Posting Dates:April 22, 2026 - May 7, 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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