Mechanical Technician

**What to Expect:**As a **Mechanical Technician I**, assembling our world-class machines, you can expect to safely assemble a quality product with a name known across the world. Put your mechanical aptitude and personal and/or professional experience into building the next generation of heavy paving equipment**.** Join a fantastic team with amazing benefits in Brooklyn Park!**The position includes a total wage extension of $25.73/hour plus a comprehensive Day-One Benefit program.** Paid weekly. Paid time-off: Vacation, holiday, and Winter Holiday\\*. 401K matching AND additional 3-5% annual company contribution\\*. Our application process includes an applicant assessment questionnaire; this screening must meet a metric with a focus on safety. Please expect a COPA screening during the process. Expect an EMAIL!* 2 years' experience in a mechanic or assembly field, heavy equipment assembly, or technical school with a focus in a mechanical or manufacturing field.* **Relevant experiences such as mechanical aptitude in a personal or professional setting must be described in application*** No prior or current position restrictions or holds.* 6 months minimum Caterpillar Paving experience* Heavy assembly, manufacturing machines, Caterpillar manufacturing experience or automotive* Intermediate or greater proficiency using electronic and digital devices and mediums* Experience using mechanical tools including torque tools and operation of crane equipment* Understanding of metric units, hydraulics and electrical components* Good communication skillsAs a **Mechanical Technician** team member, you will support facility initiatives and daily tasks focused on people, safety, quality, velocity and cost. As a team member, you will be responsible for safely assembling heavy paving products according to model pictures and build instructions utilizing mechanical tools, torque tools, metric units, hydraulics and electrical components within allotted process time. You will work with team members on identifying, electronically documenting and communicating opportunities for improvement, communicating discrepancies, and recommending solutions. Work with limited supervision.* **Application reviews are ongoing- hiring through August 31st*** May be required to complete a post application assessment as part of the candidacy process* **Applications must be complete to include personal and/or professional experience or education related to the role requirements.*** Incomplete applications will be rejected.* **Relocation assistance is not available for this position.*** **Compensation includes shift differential*** **Benefits: available day one**Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists. Lift up to 35 lbs frequently. Work at multiple heights. Climb on equipment, machines, ladders and various step stools. Stand for a minimum of 8-hour shifts with minimal breaks. Work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures. Exposure magnets that may impact medical devices. Kneel, squat, and crawl on knees. Work in awkward positions, including forward reach, lateral reach, squat, overhead reaching, twisting, and forward head and rotation of neck. Work in tight spaces. Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling, rotating Use of fine motor skills. Use of hand tools including wrenches, air tools, drills, cutters, tie wrap guns, pneumatic, vibratory, etc. Includes ability to pull manual torque tools to torque requirements (at least 250 Newton meters or 185-foot pounds). **Required Personal Protective Equipment**: hearing protection, safety glasses, hand protection, and steel toed/metatarsal foot gear.* 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Caterpillar Brazil