Electrician Operator

Job Description

When you join Caterpillar, you become part of a global team that cares not only about the work we do but also about each other. We are makers, problem solvers, and future‑world builders creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We make progress and innovation happen with our customers, wherever we work and live, building a better world for all.

Career Area – Manufacturing

About Caterpillar Oil & Gas And Marine

Caterpillar’s Oil and Gas division provides superior products and service solutions, making customers more efficient and reducing total cost of ownership. Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair, certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance, and field engineering services. Join our team to build engineering solutions that change the industry.

About The Role

The Electrician Operator operates machines and tools used in manufacturing processes and resolves electrical and mechanical problems to achieve production targets.

Additional Information

• Schedule:
  
  Thursday through Wednesday, 6:30 PM – 6:30 AM (may fluctuate)
• Sponsorship not available
• Based in Laurel, Montana
• No relocation offered
• Works onsite five days a week

What You Will Do

• Perform routine component installations and maintenance
• Cooperate with other operators to ensure workflow stability
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints and diagrams to select, position, and secure machinery
• Start, stop, and load/unload engines per operating procedures and grid dispatch requirements
• Monitor plant control systems (SCADA/DCS), gauges, and instrumentation
• Troubleshoot alarms, equipment malfunctions, and abnormal operating conditions
• Address equipment failures, calibrate errors, and report to management promptly
• Operate and monitor natural gas reciprocating engines, generators, auxiliaries, and balance‑of‑plant systems
• Set up and run machines to implement manufacturing processes, sometimes leading as technician
• Document electrical operations, maintenance activities, and system readings in required logs and record books

Required Knowledge

• Understanding of reciprocating internal combustion engines, generators, and auxiliary systems
• Knowledge of natural gas fuel systems, combustion principles, and emissions controls
• Ability to read P&IDs, one‑line diagrams, operating procedures, and technical manuals
• Familiarity with electrical systems, including switch gear, transformers, and protective relays (operator‑level)
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude
• Follow written procedures and make sound operational decisions under pressure
• Basic computer skills for control systems, logging, and reporting

What Top Candidates Will Have

• 5+ years in power generation, industrial plant operations, or engine‑driven facilities (preferred)
• Experience with natural gas reciprocating engines
• Certifications and licenses preferred
• OSHA safety training (LOTO, confined space, HAZCOM)
• Electrical switching or high‑voltage safety training

Skills You Will Have

• Electrician services – knowledge of electrical power, lighting, and control systems
• Standard operating procedures – design, implement, and evaluate SOPs
• Technical troubleshooting – tools, techniques, and problem resolution
• Decision making and critical thinking – process and tools for informed judgments
• Effective communication – convey ideas and information clearly
• Accuracy and attention to detail – high precision in tasks

Summary Pay Range

$81,370.00 – $ (salary may vary based on factors such as experience, location, and individual performance)

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
• Apply to part‑time employees

Visa sponsorship not available. This position requires working onsite five days a week. The employer is not hiring foreign national applicants requiring sponsorship. For opportunities outside the U.S., visit

Posting Dates

January 21, 2026 – February 3, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon successful drug screening. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.