Career Area:
OperationsJob Description:
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Pay and Shift Details
$3,000 New Hire Bonus
Up to $29.97 per hour base pay, based on experience
includes $1.00 per hour off-shift premium
includes $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.
Shift: 2nd- M-F 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm; 3rd shift Su-Th 10:00 pm to 6:00 am
Training completed on 1st or 3rd shift for the first 4 to 5 weeks
2nd and 3rd shift available - Full Time - East Peoria LL
Caterpillar 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 Do
Perform MIG welding and GMAW welding on steel components
Weld plain and alloy steel in all positions
Operate robotic welding equipment in a production environment
Follow standard work, safety procedures, and quality requirements
Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
Use overhead cranes and jib cranes to position materials
Required Experience
At least 1 year of production MIG or GMAW welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting
or
A 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 greater
Basic computer skills
Qualifications
Ability to pass Caterpillar weld qualification testing
Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime as needed
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:
90 Day probationary period includes weld school training
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
Please 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 at www.caterpillar.com/careers
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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:
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:
July 27, 2026 - July 31, 2026Any 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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