Gas Compressor Mechanic Trainee en Cat

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Assemble, disassemble, rework, and repair various completed compressors and their sub-assemblies in support of customer need’s. Perform complete overhaul of compressors and sub-assemblies.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Working knowledge of Solar gas compressor machinery. Maintain a safe work environment, perform safety audits. Engage in continuous improvement efforts in Safety, Velocity, and Cost, and support the overall departments goals.

• Assemble, disassemble, internal components and sub-assemblies to complete compressors

• Perform installation, removal, disassembly, and repair of precision dry gas seals. Maintain training and certification requirements through supplier-provided training

• Provide product support and technical assistance to internal and external customers

• Set up and operate balancing machines to balance gas compressor parts and rotor assemblies to critical requirements.

• Use specialized computer programs for electrical and mechanical run outs.

• Perform duties working from Shop Floor Information System, operation instruction sheets, assembly drawings, bill of materials, photographs, written and oral instructions

• Apply computer skills to access and record electronic information in programs such as Shop Floor Information System.

• Inspect parts, components, and assemblies prior to installation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Operate/use various equipment/tools including; precision measuring instruments, multimeters, proximeters, specialized induction heaters, hydraulic stretch tooling, pullers, torch, forklift, tugg, build stand elevator, and overhead crane.

• GED or Equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Gas Compressor or Turbine assembly.

Compensation & Benefits

Base rate for this role ranges from $24.00- 42.41.. Actual rate will be based on experience. The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:

• Annual incentive bonus plan*

• Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

• 401(k) Savings Plan including company match

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Disability Benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Sign on bonus

• Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Payroll transfer is not available for this position.

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Any 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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