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    Caterpillar Inc.

    Manufacturing

    Technician Development Trainee

    Brownfield, United StatesOn-SiteFull-timePosted 3w ago
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    Job description

    TEAM UP WITH US!

    This program offers formalized on-the-job training, making it ideal for those looking to develop their technical skills in a practical setting. The successful candidate will work closely with senior technicians, supervisors and instructors gaining expertise in specific field (electrical systems, engine, or machinery maintenance) through structured training and mentorship.

    DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

    WHAT YOU'LL DO

    • Work safely and follow all WCAT safety policies and procedures.
    • Follow contamination control and OSHA rules and regulations.
    • Perform routine inspections and troubleshooting under direct supervision.
    • Learn to use specialized tools and equipment effectively and safely.
    • Participate in formal training sessions and apply the knowledge gained to real-world tasks.
    • Assist in completing related paperwork and access databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, STW) accurately and timely.
    • Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with supervision.
    • Assist in the installation, maintenance and repair of machines/equipment.

    WHAT YOU'LL NEED

    • High school diploma or general education degree (GED). One to three years related experience preferred.
    • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
    • General knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments.
    • Willingness to accept instruction and guidance from a Training Instructor and Senior Service Technician.
    • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
    • Detail-oriented and organized.
    • Successfully complete program curriculum
    • Successfully complete Work steps assessment.
    • Ability to certify for operating a forklift and/or manlift.
    • May require additional certifications for field.
    • Must possess a valid driver’s license.

    WHY WORK WITH US?

    • We like to take care of business and have fun doing it!
    • We offer health, dental, vision, life, and more as a comprehensive benefits package.
    • Don’t you want to work with awesome people?

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

    The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration.

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

    Required travel up to 25%.

    This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

    The Job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Caterpillar Inc.

    Caterpillar Inc. designs, tests and manufactures engines that power over 5000 applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives.

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