Assembly Technician - Mechanical & Electrical

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

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Assembly Technician | Mechanical & Electrical

1st Shift | Full-Time

Build Your Career with Caterpillar!

We are seeking motivated, mechanically inclined individuals with electrical skills or experience to join our assembly team!

In this role, you will assemble, test, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical components that support Caterpillar Drills. Ideal candidates enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, and working in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical components.
• Perform electrical wiring, connections, and component installations according to specifications.
• Read and interpret assembly instructions, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment to complete assembly tasks.
• Identify and resolve mechanical and electrical assembly issues to ensure product quality.
• Follow standardized work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Communicate material shortages, equipment downtime, and production concerns to leadership.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of manufacturing, warehouse, mechanical, or electrical experience OR demonstrated mechanical/electrical aptitude.
• Ability to follow detailed assembly instructions and safety procedures.

Top Candidates Will Also Have

• Previous experience in mechanical or electrical assembly.
• Experience with electrical wiring, harness installation, and electrical connections.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, or blueprints.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical components and using multimeters or other electrical testing equipment.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, connectors, switches, sensors, or control panels.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to work different shifts or schedules based on business needs.
  

Physical Demands:

• Must be physically mobile with ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach and climb
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 35 lbs minimally, up to 20 lbs occasionally and up to 10 lbs frequently
• Must be able to see, hear and speak

Additional Information:

• 1st Shift   (7:00 am to 3:30 pm)
• Full-Time position with benefits
• Starting pay is $19.49-25.91 hr.
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities – are encouraged to apply.

For more information, visit caterpillar.com.

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Summary Pay Range:

$19.50 - $25.92

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of 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

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

November 12, 2026 - November 25, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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