PrincipalMaintenanceTechnician

About the role

When you join Caterpillar, you become part of a global team that cares about both the work and each other. This position supports all aspects of Maintenance and Facilities, following the priorities set by Facilities Leadership. It involves interaction with personnel at various organizational levels, vendors, and consultants, requiring strong customer interaction skills, independent problem‑solving, and computer literacy. The role reports directly to the Facility Operations and Planning Manager and works in a team environment with diverse cultural and technical backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Use hand and power tools, as well as equipment, to perform carpentry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pipefitting, painting, HVAC, and other repairs and maintenance.
• Apply complex electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment.
• Perform regular preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on facility and production equipment and systems.
• Adhere to industry and enterprise standards, policies, and practices related to safety, quality, schedule, cost, accounting, purchasing, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in Continuous Improvements (CI) projects, space planning projects, and capital projects.
• Utilize advanced skills such as welding/soldering, electrical work, HVAC, plumbing, and preventative maintenance operations.
• Train less experienced technicians.
• Accurately document maintenance activities and complete work orders promptly.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Conduct on‑the‑job training and technical self‑study programs for career development.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in general maintenance or facility maintenance.
• Working knowledge of maintenance lift equipment, forklifts, and material handling equipment.
• Ability to respond to service requests with minimal supervision without interrupting operations.
• Understanding of lockout/tagout procedures.
• Knowledge of HVAC operation, maintenance, and system components.
• Proficiency in cutting, grinding, welding, and fabrication.
• Proven troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Understanding of oil/water separator systems and maintenance.
• Experience working with planners/schedulers to optimize preventative maintenance and document activities.
• Working knowledge of electricity and electrical systems (AC/DC, relays, switches, fuses, breakers, motors).
• Team player with a passion for customer service, problem solving, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and complying with safety regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred qualifications

• Deep expertise in specific facilities and maintenance fields such as plumbing, HVAC, or building infrastructure.
• Proficiency handling voltages from 4–20 mA up to 600 V AC, including troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing electric motors and components.
• Familiarity with modern construction practices and building codes.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and building drawings and schematics.
• Experience identifying, specifying, sourcing, and ordering supplies and equipment.
• Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS).
• Working knowledge of Building Management System software (Web Control).

Pay

Salary range: $65,454.00 – $98,182.00. Compensation may vary based on factors such as job level, market location, knowledge, skills, performance, and experience. Salary is one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, volunteer days, 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 opportunities
• Incentive bonus
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Parental leave and adoption benefits
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule

This position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.