Precision Machine Tool Mechanic Apprentice
About The Position
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. About the Role: Work with Precision Machine Tool Mechanic’s to learn how to safely work on machinery and equipment in an industrial environment, as well as troubleshoot, diagnose, and evaluate machine malfunctions. Be instructed on how to perform tasks such as repairs, modifications, and overhaul of lathes, mills, multiaxis, mill-turn, broaches, precision grinders, numerical control machines.
Requirements
- All candidates must be at least 18 years old and eligible to enroll as a student with San Diego City College.
- Diploma through G.E.D. issued by a high school
- Certificate of High School Equivalency issued by a State Board of Education
- Certification of High School Proficiency issued by a State Board of Education
- Completion of 15 units of college courses from an accredited college with grades of "C" or better
- Willing to work any shift
- Eligible to enroll in San Diego City College (High School Diploma/GED)
Responsibilities
- Learn how to fit and scrape bearings, assemble gear trains and fit to exacting tolerances, align spindles, columns, knees, tailstocks, ways, tables, and saddles individually and in required relation to each other.
- Determine and recommend major repairs in order to re-establish manufacturer's tolerances, and alignments, etc.
- Perform housekeeping duties and maintain a safe and clean working environment
- Complete a training program of four years (8,000 hours) of on-the-job training with qualified Journeymen
- Attend related Community College classes for at least five hours per week until completion of the required courses per program guidelines
- At the end of their Apprenticeship, apprentices are expected to perform the role of a Precision Machine Tool Mechanic
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
