WELDER APPRENTICE - 2ND SHIFT

Caterpillar Inc.•North Little Rock, AR

9d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This is a terrific opportunity to join the Caterpillar North Little Rock AR team as a Welder Apprentice on our 2nd shift team, earning day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $21.75/hour + Shift Differential. Caterpillar – North Little Rock utilizes a variety of welding processes within the facility. We have 15 robotic welding cells and over 30 different weld stations to complete daily builds. As a fabricator, the main welding process is 0.052” GMAW (MIG) in the 1G/2G & 1F/2F positions. In addition, GTAW (TIG) and Stud Welding are utilized in some weld stations. Candidates must pass the following Welder Qualification Tests at the completion of a Caterpillar provided 6-Week Weld School and 3 Weeks OJT: 0.052” GMAW – 2F – 8mm – Single Pass, 0.052” GMAW – 2F – 10mm – MULTI-PASS, 0.052” GMAW – 2G – 12.7mm – MULTI-PASS, 0.052” GMAW – 3F – 5mm, GTAW 3F-4F Toe dress. The position includes a wage of $21.75/hour + Shift Differential and a comprehensive benefit program. Openings are available on 2nd shift: Monday – Friday 3 p.m. - 11 p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization. Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed to and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Requirements

Basic Knowledge of Welding Fundamentals
Available to work from 7:00AM to 3:00PM during the introductory training period (6-Weeks in Weld School & 3-Weeks OJT)
Ability to Work Safely & Wear Required Personal Protective Equipment
Ability to Complete an 8mm – 2F, 10mm – 2F & 25mm – 2G Weld Qualification Test utilizing 0.052” GMAW weld process
Ability to Follow Standard Work Instructions
Ability to Read Blueprints
Ability to sit, kneel, squat, or stand for prolonged periods
Ability to climb, work from and descend ladders/platforms/steps

Nice To Haves

Welding experience and/or successful completion of a Technical or Trade School Welding Course
Experience utilizing GMAW, GTAW & Carbon Arc Gouging processes

Responsibilities

Utilize a variety of welding processes within the facility.
Complete daily builds using 15 robotic welding cells and over 30 different weld stations.
Perform 0.052” GMAW (MIG) welding in the 1G/2G & 1F/2F positions.
Utilize GTAW (TIG) and Stud Welding in some weld stations.
Pass welder qualification tests after completing Caterpillar provided Weld School and OJT.
Work from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM during the introductory training period (6-Weeks in Weld School & 3-Weeks OJT).
Work overtime to support production demands.
Perform repetitive operations.
Lift up to 35 lbs.