Machine Tool Repair Technician- 2nd Shift

Caterpillar Inc. • Lafayette, IN

4d • $39 - $49 • Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar is hiring Machine Tool Repair Technicians for its Large Power Systems Division in Lafayette, Indiana. The role involves mechanically troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining complex domestic and foreign machine tools and related production equipment used to mill, drill, and grind cast iron and steel components. Work includes equipment such as machine tools, cranes and hoists, conveyors, furnaces, washers, and robots. The position is on second shift, from 3:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., and pays $38.52–$49.03 per hour plus a 6% shift premium. The posting also lists a $5,000 sign-on bonus, potential relocation assistance for eligible candidates, and additional incentives for overtime and attendance.

Technicians must be able to work with machine-tool prints and tight tolerances and apply skills in hydraulics, ball screws, precision bearings, machine leveling and alignment, shafts, gearing, welding, lubrication, pipefitting, tube bending, and basic electrical work. This is not a mechanical apprenticeship position: applicants must have completed an approved mechanical apprenticeship program or have extensive experience repairing machine tools and related equipment. The work takes place in a fast-paced, medium- to heavy-duty technical environment, with climate-controlled conditions in most areas.

Requirements

• Successfully completed an approved mechanical apprenticeship program or possess extensive experience in the mechanical repair of machine tools and related equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair several different types of machines and components.
• Ability to read and understand machine-tool prints and work with tight tolerances.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, ball screws, precision bearings, machine leveling and alignment, shaft alignment, gearing, welding, lubrication, pipefitting, and tube bending.
• Basic electrical skills and ability to operate basic tools.
• Self-starter and self-motivated, with the ability to work individually and in a team environment.
• Willingness to work overtime to support production demands.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, medium- to heavy-duty technical environment; frequently bend, stoop, kneel, twist, turn, climb, and stand on concrete for more than 8 hours; lift 40 pounds; perform frequent repetitive hand movements with tools; and work at heights and in confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

• Skilled and experienced in preventive and predictive maintenance practices and technology.
• Metal fabrication skills.
• Familiarity with ball-screw repair and precision-spindle repair.
• Ability to perform precision laser alignments on machine tools.
• Ability to communicate and build strong relationships with internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically troubleshoot and repair complex domestic and foreign machine tools used for milling, drilling, and grinding cast iron and steel components.
• Install, repair, and maintain machine hydraulic systems, ball screws, precision bearings, and machine controllers.
• Repair machine-shop equipment, including machine tools and related equipment such as cranes and hoists, conveyors, furnaces, washers, and robots.
• Read and understand machine-tool prints and work to tight tolerances.
• Perform machine leveling and alignment, shaft alignment, gearing, welding, lubrication, pipefitting, and tube-bending work.
• Use basic electrical skills and operate tools needed to complete machine repairs.
• Support production demands by working available overtime.
• Work independently and as part of a team while maintaining safety and teamwork standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, available from the first day of employment, subject to plan terms and eligibility.
• Incentive and bonus opportunities.
• Matching 401(k).
• Up to $15,000 lump-sum relocation payment for eligible relocating candidates.
• 13 days / 104 hours of paid personal time off, prorated based on start date.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Additional financial incentives for overtime and attendance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Health Lifestyle Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
• Career development.
• Disability benefits.
• Parental leave.
• Adoption benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed