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What to expect: As a Maintenance Technician I (General) team member, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance for a variety of facility machine centers, as well as simple repairs on production and building equipment and systems. You will also assist other equipment and facilities maintenance colleagues on specified projects and advanced machines maintenance with oversight. Grow your career and advance your skills within the Caterpillar Maintenance group. Start your maintenance career here!
Opening available on 1st shift: Monday - Friday 6 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization. Day one benefits eligibility!
Pay Rate and Schedule:
The position includes a total wage extension of $25.73/hour plus a comprehensive Day-One Benefit program. Paid weekly. Paid time-off: Vacation, holiday, and Winter Holiday*. 401K matching AND additional 2-5% annual company contribution*.
Required Qualifications for Consideration (minimum):
Six months minimum machine maintenance, vehicle/mechanic experience, or manufacturing line maintenance experience OR a recent technical degree or certificate in a related trades field to include maintenance and troubleshooting
Top Candidates Will Have:
Ability to read and interpret machine blueprint and drawings.
Six months combined minimum experience within Caterpillar Paving
Prior experience in a heavy manufacturing environment
Equipment maintenance will include but is not limited to:
Corrective and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting repairing and installing parts on machines and equipment:
Pumps and valves
Fixtures
Cranes
Forklifts and other mobile equipment
Maintenance vehicle PM and repairs
Additional Assignments:
Snow removal
Yard maintenance (in all weather conditions)
Low voltage electrical and electro-mechanical troubleshooting
Pipefitting
General carpentry
Ability to read electrical and hydraulic prints
Maintenance vehicle PM and repairs
May perform maintenance activities at both Brooklyn Park and Rogers, MN facilities.
In the role of Maintenance Technician I / General Maintenance, additionally, you can expect to coordinate and prioritize work to meet production schedules. Daily prioritize and confirm work orders using electronic maintenance system. Take initiative to identify, document, communicate and correct problems, report discrepancies and recommend solutions. Work and interact effectively in a team environment in alignment with our code of conduct and values in action. Support team People, Quality, Velocity and Cost (PQVC) initiatives and daily activities. May work various shift and workday schedules to meet customer and team needs. Works inside and outside and in various weather conditions. Complete projects as needed. Work with limited supervision. Operate equipment including forklift, man lift, maintenance truck, snowplow truck. Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists.
Additional Information: Important!
Shift: First Shift
Hours: 06:00AM- 02:00PM
Work Location: Brooklyn Park, MN
Compensation: Salary Grade L04; $25.73/hr
Our application process includes an applicant assessment questionnaire; this screening must meet a metric with a focus on safety. Please expect a COPA screening during the process. Expect an EMAIL!
Work Environment
Work various shifts and workday schedules including nights and weekends- If deemed your schedule
Work in environment with frequently changing temperatures and all-weather conditions
Exposure to magnets that may impact medical devices
Physical Requirements
Noise levels of 85db or greater
Lift up to 35lbs frequently
Work at multiple heights
Climb on equipment, machines, ladders, man lifts and various step stools
Stand for a minimum of 8 hour shifts with minimal breaks
Kneel, squat, and crawl on knees
Work in awkward positions, including forward reach, lateral reach, squat, overhead reaching, twisting and forward head and rotation of neck.
Work in tight spaces
Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling rotating
Use of fine motor skills
Use of maintenance hand tools
Final details
Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
Summary Pay Range:
$25.73 - $33.08Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-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
Posting Dates:
September 8, 2026 - September 19, 2026Any 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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