Experienced Welder - Decatur, IL

Caterpillar•Decatur, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring a full-time Fabrication Specialist in Decatur, Illinois. The role involves setting up, operating, and adjusting manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions. The position pays up to $30.32 per hour and may be assigned to second shift, third shift, or AWS; welders may be placed on any shift based on business needs, and some areas may require an alternate work schedule. No relocation package is available. The job requires manual finish welding on plain and alloy steels, operating robotic welding equipment, following documented procedures and standard work, performing carbon arc cutting and gouging, sanding welds, and using jib and overhead cranes to position work pieces. Applicants must pass multiple welder qualification tests during Caterpillar-provided training. This is a safety-focused production role requiring availability for any shift and overtime to support production demands.

Requirements

At least 3 years of GMAW or FCAW welding experience.
Ability to pass multiple welder qualification tests during Caterpillar-provided training.
Ability to perform simple computer operations.
Availability to work any shift.
Ability to work overtime to support production demands.
Good communication skills and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
Ability to work effectively individually or in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Technical school education or equivalent educational background in a mechanical or similar discipline.
Experience using GMAW or FCAW with 0.045-inch or larger wire.
Experience welding material 1/2 inch or greater in thickness.

Responsibilities

Perform manual finish welding on plain and alloy steels in all positions.
Operate robotic welding equipment.
Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe, defect-free operations.
Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging.
Sand and dress welds.
Use jib and overhead cranes to manually position work pieces.
Complete welder qualification tests during Caterpillar-provided training.