Maintenance Technician

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining 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 dontjust 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.

This position supports all aspects of Maintenance and Facilities with the priorities and agenda set forth by Facilities Leadership.

Interacts with different levels of inter-organizational personnel vendors and consultants. Strong customer interaction skills ability to identify and solve problems independently and computer literacy are critical for success.

Working in a team environment is critical and providing direction to others with different cultural and technical backgrounds is necessary for success.

This position directly reports to the Facility Operations and Planning Manager.

The position is located in DeSoto and is not a remote position.

Relocation assistance is not available.

THIS IS A 3RD SHIFT POSITION.

What you will do:

• Use hand and power tools as well as other equipment to perform carpentry electrical mechanical plumbing pipefitting painting HVAC and other repairs and maintenance.
• Knowledge in the use and application of basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled support for repairs of production equipment.
• Carry out general building maintenance tasks as directed including lamp replacement basic construction painting overhead doors plumbing and basic preventative maintenance.
• Adheres to established industry and enterprise standards policies and practices relating to safety quality schedule cost accounting purchasing and regulatory compliance in performing assigned duties.
• Participate in the implementation of Continuous Improvements (CI) projects space planning projects and capital projects.
• Communicate effectively with both internal and external customers.
• Conducts and completes on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development.

What you will have:

• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in general maintenance or facility maintenance.
• Working knowledge of maintenance lift equipment forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Understanding of lockout / tagout procedures.
• Accurately document maintenance activities and log work order completion.
• Assist and support more Senior technicians with the completion of production or facility projects.
• Maintain a safe work environment by documenting and correcting potential safety issues and complying with all safety regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Applications.

What will set you apart :

• Familiarity with modern construction building codes and practices.
• Knowledgeable in cutting grinding welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical electrical and building drawings and schematics.
• Identify specify source and order supplies and equipment.
• Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) systems.

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of essential job functions as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Summary Pay Range:

$51674.00 - $77510.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

October 23 2026 - November 5 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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Required Experience:

IC