Welder Trainee - Fcaw

Caterpillar Inc.

South Milwaukee, WI, US
Base: step 1 $29.30ph to step 3 $35.82ph; bonus: u...
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Flux cored arc welding fcaw experience
Multi-pass welds on heavy plate
Blueprint interpretation skills
Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Welder Trainee specializing in Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) at their South Milwaukee facility. The role involves performing high-quality welds on heavy structural steel components in a safety-first environment, with competitive pay and benefits

Job Summary

  • You will perform high-quality welds on heavy structural steel components using Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) in a safety-first environment.
  • The role offers significant pay progression from $29.30/hr up to $35.82/hr based on passing certification tests.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance effective day one, a 401(k) with 6% company match, and paid vacation.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Welder Trainee specializing in Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) at their South Milwaukee facility. The role involves performing high-quality welds on heavy structural steel components in a safety-first environment, with competitive pay and benefits.

Salary

Base: Step 1 $29.30/hr to Step 3 $35.82/hr; Bonus: Up to $2,000 sign-on/retention; Benefits: Health/Vision/Dental, 401(k) 6% match, PPE provided

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Flux Cored Arc Welding FCAW experience
  • Multi-pass welds on heavy plate
  • Blueprint interpretation skills
  • Safety-first mindset adherence
  • Overtime availability willingness

Nice-to-have

  • Back gouging and carbon arcing familiarity
  • Strong team-oriented collaboration
  • Ability to work independently
  • Understanding of quality standards
  • Defect-free welding focus

Key Requirements

  • 1+ year of FCAW welding experience
  • Experience with 3-5 pass welds on heavy plate
  • Must be eligible for US employment without sponsorship

Work Rights

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