Gp/wbl Partnership: High School Welding Apprentice Program (athens Ga)
Caterpillar of Australia
Athens, GA, US
Base: $13.30ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
On-site
Operate robotic and manual mig weld machines
Perform quality checks
Follow documented procedures
Apprentice welders will work in welding functional areas to safely build excavators or small track-type tractors
Job Summary
Apprentice welders will work in welding functional areas to safely build excavators or small track-type tractors.
This is an hourly position starting at $13.30/hr.
Caterpillar is partnering with the Great Promise Partnership (GP)/Work-Based Learning (WBL) programs in Georgia to offer local students an opportunity to start building a welding career.
Matching Summary
Apprentice welders will work in welding functional areas to safely build excavators or small track-type tractors.
Salary
Base: $13.30/hr; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines
Perform quality checks
Follow documented procedures
Pass AWS D1.1 weld test
Reliable transportation
Nice-to-have
Experience with blueprint reading
Experience working in manufacturing
Intermediate proficiency in welding skills
Key Requirements
Must be a rising Junior or Senior at a Georgia County high school
Must be 16 years of age or older by July 2025
Must have support of parent or legal guardian
Must be able to work during school year in 4-hour blocks of time