Machine Repair Mechanic- 2nd or 3rd shift

Caterpillar Inc.•Mapleton, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking Machine Repair Mechanics for its Mapleton Foundry. This role involves inspecting equipment, planning repairs, and performing lay-out work and fabrication. The mechanic will use various tools to dismantle, repair, and reassemble parts, and operate machinery such as drill presses, lathes, mills, grinders, power saws, and cutting & threading machines. The position is responsible for maintenance pipefitting, equipment setup and adjustment, lubrication, and the use of common and precision checking equipment, laser equipment, and portable power tools. Responsibilities also include installing and maintaining pumps, and working with hydraulic equipment, metal cutting and forming equipment, compressors, valves, turbines, steam delivery systems, and material handling equipment.

Requirements

Successfully pass a 2-hour skills exam
3-5 years maintenance experience
Be able to work near high voltage electricity, molten metal, heavy equipment, various gases, moving machinery, high above the floor and in a congested or confined areas
Must be able to weld, cut, solder and braze

Nice To Haves

Strong mechanical background
Machine shop experience
Technical degree/diploma

Responsibilities

Inspect equipment and plan repairs for service required.
Check blueprints, diagrams, or drawings for repairs or installations when necessary.
Perform lay-out work and fabrication.
Use various hand tools and equipment to dismantle, repair, replace and reassemble parts and equipment.
Assemble and align gears, bearings, cams, and shafts involving the application of press, sliding and running fits.
Operate machinery such as drill presses, lathes, mills, grinders, power saws, and cutting & threading machines.
Performs maintenance pipefitting on all equipment.
Changes, sets up, and adjusts equipment as required.
Lubricates or directs others to lubricate equipment.
Uses all common and precision checking equipment, laser equipment, and portable power tools.
Installs, repairs, and maintains pumps.
Uses Hydraulic equipment, Metal cutting and forming equipment, Compressors, valves, turbines, steam delivery systems and Material handling equipment.