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Caterpillar
Welder
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What they do
A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.
$44,266 / year median in Georgia
+4% projected growth
Job Description
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. Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional
- and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begins on Day ONE and paid training. 2nd/3rd shift: $24.34/hour (includes 8
- night shift premium) We don't lead our industry
- our people do.
Basic Qualifications:
Must meet one of these 3 criteria: Must have MIG welding experience or Have a welding trade certificate/diploma or Completed a high school welding program within last year- Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.
- Physical requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation): Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods Willing and able to perform repetitive operations Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs.
Top candidates will also have:
Welding experience in a manufacturing environment 2+ years of continuous employment in welding or manufacturing Continuous work history with progressive movement MIG welding experience and/or certification Robotic welding systems experience Caterpillar product knowledge Caterpillar will provide training to new welders to assure that Caterpillar safety and weld quality standards are communicated and understood. Successful candidates must be able to pass the followingAWS D1.1
welder qualifications during Cat provided weld training: Fillet test in the 2F (horizontal), 3F (vertical) and 4F (overhead) positions Limited thickness groove test in the 1G (flat groove) position Welds will be inspected visually, destructively tested (bend test), and sectioned to verify proper penetration.Additional Information :
Resumes are encouraged. Do not submit a blank application (no work history / resume). This may lead to disqualification. Successful candidates must pass an online assessment, interview, background check, drug screen and medical review. This is a 2nd or 3rd shift position with an entry pay of $24.34hr (includes 8- night shift premium).
Shift Schedule:
2nd shiftExcavator Line:
Monday-Friday, 3:00 pm- 11:10 pm 2nd shift
Tractor Line:
Monday-Thursday, 3:30 pm- 2:00 am 3rd shift: Sunday-Friday, 11:00 pm
- 7:10 am
- Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.
- Final details 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 on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
Summary Pay Range:
$22.54- $28.
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:
August 17, 2026- September 29, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.