Machine Repair Mechanic - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Career Area

Operations

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 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.

We design and manufacture the most comprehensive lineup of large diesel and natural gas engines in the industry, as well as engine components and powertrains.

As a Machine Repair Mechanic at our Mapleton Foundry, you will inspect equipment and plan repairs for service required. You are also responsible for checking blueprints, diagrams, or drawings for repairs or installations when necessary and for doing layout work and fabrication. The use of various hand tools and equipment to dismantle, repair, replace, and reassemble parts and equipment is required.

You will assemble and align gears, bearings, cams, and shafts involving the application of press, sliding, and running fits. While operating machinery such as drill presses, lathes, mills, grinders, power saws, and cutting & threading machines.

• Performs maintenance pipe fitting on all equipment
• Changes, sets up, and adjusts equipment as required
• Lubricates or directs others to lubricate equipment
• Uses all common and precision checking equipment, laser equipment, and portable power tools; installs, repairs, and maintains pumps
• Uses hydraulic equipment, metal cutting and forming equipment, compressors, valves, turbines, steam delivery systems, and material handling equipment

• Successfully pass a 2‑hour skills exam
• 3‑5 years maintenance experience

• Be able to work near high‑voltage electricity, molten metal, heavy equipment, various gases, moving machinery, high above the floor and in congested or confined areas

• Strong mechanical background
• Machine shop experience
• Technical degree/diploma
• Must be able to weld, cut, solder and braze

• Safety in words and actions. Safety is a core value  encourage and commit to safety in all processes that we do. We strive to provide a safe and secure work environment for all our employees.
• A rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just a wage. Because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides:
• Starting salary is $35.81/hr. plus $1.00 per hour shift differential
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (prorated based on start date)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Wellness programs

• Position is located in Mapleton, Illinois
• This position is on 2nd or 3rd shift
• No relocation reimbursement is offered

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Compensation 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.

• 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

December 9, 2025 - March 2, 2026

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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