Machine Repair Apprentice

Caterpillar Inc.

Lafayette, IN, US
Base: $29.40 - $37.40; bonus/equity: incentive bon...
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Basic mechanical/electrical skills
Hydraulics and pneumatics knowledge
Computer hardware, network, software skills
** Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Machine Repair Apprentice for its Lafayette, IN facility, offering a structured 3-4 year training program designed to develop future Maintenance Technicians. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work all shifts, including overtime. **

Job Summary

  • This is a 3-4-year competency-based Maintenance Technician Development program designed to meet the needs for qualified Maintenance Technicians.
  • The program includes on-the-job training, an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) study program, and classes at a local Ivy Tech community college.
  • Upon successful completion, the trainee will have the opportunity to become a level 6 Maintenance Technician with benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance and Matching 401k.

Matching Summary

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** Caterpillar Inc. is seeking a Machine Repair Apprentice for its Lafayette, IN facility, offering a structured 3-4 year training program designed to develop future Maintenance Technicians. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work all shifts, including overtime. **

Salary

Base: $29.40 - $37.40; Bonus/Equity: Incentive bonus; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), HSA, FSA, EAP, voluntary benefits, disability, life insurance, parental leave, adoption benefits, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Basic mechanical/electrical skills
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics knowledge
  • Computer hardware, network, software skills
  • Ability to work all shifts
  • Willing to work overtime

Nice-to-have

  • Good communication skills
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Positive team-based attitude
  • Willing to learn attitude

Key Requirements

  • Technical certificate from Ivy Tech
  • Willing to take written and hands-on assessments
  • Complete required learning assignments on own time
  • Ability to work in fast-paced, medium to heavy duty assembly
  • Must pass colorblind test
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds
  • Ability to work in heights, underground, climb ladders, and confined spaces

Work Rights

Not specified

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