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

Work Rights

Not specified

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