Production Electrician

Caterpillar•South Milwaukee, WI

58d•$28 - $35•Onsite

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. Production Electrical Technician - 2nd Shift Location: South Milwaukee, WI Shift: 2nd Shift (Full-Time) Bonus: $2,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus Pay Progression Step 1: $32.25/hr Step 2: $33.47/hr Step 3: $34.68/hr Shift Premium: +$1.00/hr for 2nd shift About Caterpillar South Milwaukee Caterpillar is hiring experienced Production Electrical Technician that will install, wire, and test electrical systems on heavy equipment to join our manufacturing team in South Milwaukee, WI. 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. At our South Milwaukee facility, you'll be part of a team that builds some of the largest and most powerful mining machines in the world. This facility specializes in the production of Cat Electric Rope Shovels (ERS) used in mining operations around the world.

Requirements

Experience with electrical tools: drills, pliers, wire strippers, soldering equipment, cranes, etc.
Familiarity with electrical components: conduits, wires, cables, fittings, grease, oil, and hardware
Ability to read and interpret schematics, wire diagrams, and blueprints
Working knowledge of high, medium, and low-pressure hydraulic and automated lube systems
3-5 years of electrical assembly experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting

Nice To Haves

Strong attention to detail and ability to work to close tolerances
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Commitment to safety and quality standards
Willingness to work overtime to meet production demands

Responsibilities

Plan, layout, and install electrical components and systems using schematics and engineering drawings
Use hand and power tools, bending/threading machines, and cranes to position and install wiring and equipment
Measure, cut, and run wire and conduit; connect pre-wired components and complete circuits
Strip, splice, solder, and connect terminals, lugs, and hardware
Perform functional and diagnostic tests using voltmeters, watt meters, phase sequence meters, tachometers, and stroboscopes
Troubleshoot and adjust electrical systems to meet specifications
Lead and support others in installing and testing rotating, relay, and electronic circuits