Precision Machine Tool Mechanic Apprentice

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About the Role

Work with Precision Machine Tool Mechanics to learn how to safely work on machinery and equipment in an industrial environment, as well as troubleshoot, diagnose, and evaluate machine malfunctions. Be instructed on how to perform tasks such as repairs, modifications, and overhaul of lathes, mills, multiaxis, mill-turn, broaches, precision grinders, and numerical control machines.

Apprentices are required to complete a training program of four years (8,000 hours) of on-the-job training with qualified Journeymen. Must attend related Community College classes for at least five hours per week until completion of the required courses per program guidelines. These courses provide supplemental knowledge related to the offered trades and are unpaid time. At the end of their Apprenticeship, apprentices are expected to perform the role of a Precision Machine Tool Mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Spend a certain number of hours learning how to fit and scrape bearings, assemble gear trains, and fit to exacting tolerances.
• Align spindles, columns, knees, tailstocks, ways, tables, and saddles individually and in required relation to each other.
• Determine and recommend major repairs in order to re-establish manufacturer's tolerances and alignments.
• Perform housekeeping duties and maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Requirements

• All candidates must be at least 18 years old and eligible to enroll as a student with San Diego City College.
• Additionally, candidates must have one of the following:
  • Diploma through G.E.D. issued by a high school
  • Certificate of High School Equivalency issued by a State Board of Education
  • Certification of High School Proficiency issued by a State Board of Education
  • Completion of 15 units of college courses from an accredited college with grades of "C" or better
• Willing to work any shift

Pay

Summary Pay Range: $27.30 - $48.30

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including 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.