Shop Technician I (1st Shift)

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

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.

CATERPILLAR REMANUFACTURING

Do you have a passion for helping customers and supporting a sustainable solution? Since 1973, Cat Reman has helped bring the value at the core of every Cat product back to life. Customers look to us to provide a high-quality solution that is good for their business - and promotes sustainability. It's important to us to deliver. Our team is full of industry leaders. Together, following common values, we share a passion for delivering sustainability benefits that help the company contribute to a circular economy. It’s rewarding work, with an inspiring team, where every contribution matters.

Caterpillar currently has an opening for a Shop Technician I position supporting Reman Drivetrain located in the West Fargo, ND facility. The Shop Technician l will include basic assembly and disassembly operations with processes that are repetitive with minimal complexity and variation.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Basic Qualifications

• Job related experience in a manufacturing environment, including hoist operations preferred

• Must possess ability to learn new tasks and able to read/write and interpret standard work instructions

General Tasks and Responsibilities

• Required to utilize various computer systems such as PinPoint, CRDL Production Systems and Teams Forms.

• Effectively perform basic assembly and disassembly operations

• Ability to effectively and efficiently use hand tools, power tools, gauges, presses, torque measuring devices and/or other equipment to ensure conformance to quality specifications

• Ability to safely use overhead cranes/hoists and/or electric pallet jacks to move parts in and out of area

• Use precision measuring devices to effectively assemble and/or disassemble final product

• Participate in the CI/PID process

• Actively listen and follow directions provided to you

• Ability to work independently with support from Team Leads and Section Manager

• Ability to understand labeling and flow of work in progress

• Ability to understand and follow SWI’s and daily Production Schedules

• Ability to adhere to facility policies to include good attendance and company values

• Any duties or tasks that may be assigned to promote cross training or support for various areas of the shop

• Other duties as assigned

People Related Tasks and Responsibilities

• Promote a culture based on our Values in Action

• Follow established facility safety policies, safe job procedures and hazardous risk assessments and using the proper Personal Protective equipment for the specific job being performed

• Work with variety of employees throughout the day to effectively communicate needs and to perform job related tasks

• Proven ability to work in a team setting

• Serve as a positive role model and contribute to team effort by supporting all employees in our organization

• Ensure customer requirements are met

• Conduct business with the highest level of honesty and integrity

• Ability to Interface with plant management, supervisors and production personnel

Compensation & Benefits Offered!

• Hourly Pay Range: $20.53 - $26.13 (salary negotiations to be offered based on skills/experience)

• 1st shift Work Hours: 6:00AM- 4:30PM

• Monday - Thursday with occasional overtime on Fridays

• 40-hour work weeks with potential for overtime

• 80 hours of vacation with an additional 24 hours of paid Personal Time Off (PTO)

• 10 Paid holidays

• 100% 401k match up to 6% offered on day 1 of employment

• Health, dental, vision, & life insurance offered on day 1 of employment

• Potential annual performance increase

• Clean/safe work environment

• Paid holiday shut down at the end of the year (dependent upon business needs)

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any Caterpillar position:

• Background Screening

• Drug & Alcohol Screening

• Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire - clearance from Corporate Medical

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Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

This employer 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

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. Any relocation costs incurred would be the responsibility of the selected applicant.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. 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 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed 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.

Summary Pay Range:

$20.53 - $26.13

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:

June 11, 2026 - August 28, 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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