Custom Painter - 2nd & 3rd Shifts

Career Area: Operations

As a Custom Painter you will prepare and apply powder coat, liquid paint and other coatings to interior and exterior surfaces as needed. You will routinely make paint‑related repairs to prime product prior to PDI. You may occasionally be required to coat custom fabricated structures, racking, vehicles, etc. You will follow all required safety procedures at all times.

• Equipment paint processing experience OR a paint related certificate or degree (trade school / technical degree)
• Experience in topcoat, prime coat and electrostatic paint
• Ability to read blueprints / engineering drawings
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to perform repetitive operations
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

• One year of liquid paint experience, preferably in touch up painting

You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) paid holidays, paid time off and paid training that begin on day one of employment!

2nd Shift Starting Pay: $24.00/hour (+ 8% Shift Premium)

• Monday-Friday 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

3rd Shift Starting Pay: $24.00/hour (+ 8% Shift Premium)

• Monday-Friday 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs

• Resumes are encouraged. Do not submit a blank application (no work history / resume). This may lead to disqualification.
• Successful candidates must pass an online assessment, interview, background check, drug screen and medical review.

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

$24.00 - $30.30

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

January 14, 2026 - January 22, 2026

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.