WELDER APPRENTICE - 2ND SHIFT

Caterpillar Inc.•North Little Rock, AR

1d•$21 - $27•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. Your Work Shapes Our World 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. Join us. THIS POSITION WILL BE A MAY 4, 2026 START DATE Want to build YOUR career?! LOOK at Caterpillar! We are looking for candidates just like you that want to build more than machines. This is a terrific opportunity to join the Caterpillar North Little Rock AR team as a Welder Apprentice 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 Pay Rate and Schedule: Position includes a wage of $21.75/hour + Shift Differential on 2nd Shift.and a comprehensive benefit program Openings 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

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)

Nice To Haves

Welding experience and/or successful completion of a Technical or Trade School Welding Course
Ability to Work Safely & Wear Required Personal Protective Equipment
Experience utilizing GMAW, GTAW & Carbon Arc Gouging processes
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 Work Overtime to Support Production Demands

Benefits

We offer a total rewards package that provides medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K for all employees.
Additional benefits include paid vacation days, holidays, personal time off (PTO) and a paid volunteer day (prorated based upon hire date).
Potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing jobs.
Safety is a top priority. We provide all personal protective equipment: Welding Hoods, Jackets & Gloves, Metatarsal guard steel-toe boots, Safety glasses & hearing protection Bump Caps
Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K), weekly pay.
Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).
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