Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Caterpillar, Inc. • East Peoria, IL • 6d ago

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 has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Mechanic at our East Peoria, IL (Undercarriage Building BB) facility! Pay starts at $37.67 plus $1.00 ? per hour shift differential . This full-time position offers benefits including health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401K etc.

We offer a $5,000 retention bonus for this role. The bonus is paid in two installments of $2,500 at the end of each calendar quarter. New hires are eligible for the first installment at the end of the quarter in which they start.

As a Maintenance Mechanic at Caterpillar Inc., you will perform a variety of maintenance trade functions on plant facilities and equipment. Properly diagnose malfunctions, and plan corrective procedures. Test and repair valves, regulators, gas units, as well as repair conveyors, dynamometers, fans, and cranes. Make on-site repairs to hydraulic systems, jigs, fixtures, tooling, and install rigging to hoist units into position and uses machine tools and equipment applicable to the operation to be performed. The selected candidate will use all common and precision checking equipment, laser equipment and portable power tools as required.

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

Responsible for putting safety first with a goal to prevent all injuries, occupational illnesses and safety incidents

Apply knowledge of operation of electronic circuits to locate defects using instruments

Test faulty equipment, calibrate and service electronic testing instruments

Apply knowledge of operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose malfunctions

Install electrical wiring and related equipment for all building and plant equipment per local and National Electric codes

Perform electrical repairs and PM on building electrical equipment, production machines and HVAC Systems

Coordinate and prioritize work to meet customer needs and read blueprints/schematics, provide estimates for material and parts for jobs

Required Qualifications:

Able to conduct daily maintenance and keep track of safety logs on equipment

Able to diagnose problems and malfunctions on a wide variety of manufacturing equipment

Research process and product blueprints/electrical prints for own area

What to Expect After Applying :

*Applicants that meet the qualifications will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your qualifications and answer questions you may have.

*On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.

*Ramsay testing is required for this role

Additional Information:

This position does not offer relocation

This position requires no travel

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age

3rd shift position, 11:00pm - 7:00am Sunday - Thursday

What we offer:

Competitive starting wages

Scheduled wage increases

Health, dental and vision insurance available on day one

Employee national discounts

Development opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

401(k)

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 pre-employment drug screen.

Summary Pay Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

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:

July 30, 2026 - August 12, 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.

Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .

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