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MIG WelderYour 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.Pay and Shift Details$3,000 New Hire BonusUp to $29.97 per hour base pay, based on experienceIncludes $1.00 per hour off-shift premiumIncludes $4.00 per hour retention bonus after successful completion of training.Incremental increases will be applied every 26 weeks until the maximum rate is reached.2nd Shift: 3rd shift Su-Th 10:00 pm to 6:00 amTraining completed on 1st or 3rd shift for the first 4 to 5 weeks2nd shift available - Full Time - East Peoria LLCaterpillar is hiring MIG Welders for 3rd shift at our East Peoria manufacturing facility LL. This is a full-time production welding job offering Day 1 benefits as well as Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses) and Weld Hood as well as Safety Boot Reimbursement.What You Will DoPerform MIG welding and GMAW welding on steel componentsWeld plain and alloy steel in all positionsOperate robotic welding equipment in a production environmentFollow standard work, safety procedures, and quality requirementsPerform carbon arc cutting and gougingUse overhead cranes and jib cranes to position materialsRequired ExperienceAt least 1 year of production MIG or GMAW welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting orA welding certification from an accredited college or institution.Relevant experience must be within the past 6 months.Experience welding steel 1/2 inch thickness or greaterBasic computer skillsQualificationsAbility to pass Caterpillar weld qualification testingAbility to work 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime as neededTop Candidates will also possess:Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamworkAbility to work well individually or in a team environmentAdditional Information:90 Day probationary period includes weld school trainingThis position is located in East Peoria Bldg LLNo relocation package is availableMust be able to pass welder qualification requirements during the Caterpillar provided training by a Certified Welding Educator (CWE), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or approved personnelSafety 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 substancesPlease ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.Caterpillar 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.Summary Pay Range:$0.00 - $0.00Compensation 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: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 benefitsLife InsuranceParental leaveAdoption benefitsTuition Reimbursement* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Worksite address
east peoria, IL, 61611, US
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