Early Career Welder - Decatur, IL

Caterpillar•Decatur, IL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

This is an opportunity for individuals with limited welding training to become more experienced welders. As a Fabrication Specialist Trainee, you will build on your training to set up, operate, and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions. The starting pay is up to $28.22/hour, with incremental increases for every 26 weeks of active work, offering an opportunity to earn up to $30.32/hour.

Requirements

Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests during the Caterpillar provided training.
Ability to gain welder certification upon completion of classroom and hands-on weld school training.
Ability to become a qualified welder.
Ability to perform simple computer operations.
Ability to work overtime to support production demands.
Must be able to pass preemployment drug screen for prohibited substances.
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.

Nice To Haves

One (1) to three (3) years of GMAW welding experience.
Technical school or equal educational background in mechanical or similar discipline.
Experience using GMAW with 0.045” or larger wire.
Experience welding ½” or greater thickness material.
Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
Ability to work well individually or in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Perform manual finish welding operations on plain and alloy steels in all positions.
Operate robotic welding equipment.
Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect-free operations.
Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging.
Sanding may be required to dress welds.
Use of jib and overhead crane to manually position work pieces.