Welder Apprentice - 2nd shift

About the role

Caterpillar is seeking candidates for a Welder Apprentice position on our 2nd shift team in North Little Rock, AR. This role offers day ONE benefits and a starting wage of $21.75/hour + 7% Shift Differential.

Responsibilities

• Utilize a variety of welding processes within the facility, including 15 robotic welding cells and 30 different weld stations.
• Mainly perform 0.052" GMAW (MIG) in 1G/2G & 1F/2F positions.
• Additionally, utilize GTAW (TIG) and stud welding in some stations.
• Pass specific welder qualification tests after completing Caterpillar-provided 6-week weld school and 3 weeks of on-the-job training.
• Qualification tests include:
  • 0.052" GMAW – 2F – 8mm – Single Pass
  • 0.052" GMAW – 2F – 10mm – Multi-Pass
  • 0.052" GMAW – 2G – 12.7mm – Multi-Pass
  • 0.052" GMAW – 3F – 5mm
  • GTAW 3F-4F Toe dress
• Work from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM during the introductory training period (6-Weeks in Weld School & 3-Weeks OJT).
• Perform repetitive operations and lift up to 35 lbs.
• Follow standard work instructions and read blueprints.
• Support production demands through overtime when needed.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of welding fundamentals.
• Available to work from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM during the introductory training period (6-Weeks in Weld School & 3-Weeks OJT).
• Successful completion of a Technical or Trade School Welding Course or relevant experience.
• Ability to work safely and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to complete an 8mm – 2F, 10mm – 2F & 25mm – 2G Weld Qualification Test utilizing 0.052" GMAW weld process.
• Ability to follow standard work instructions.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to work overtime to support production demands.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of welding fundamentals.
• Available to work from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM during the introductory training period (6-Weeks in Weld School & 3-Weeks OJT).
• Successful completion of a Technical or Trade School Welding Course or relevant experience.
• Ability to work safely and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to complete an 8mm – 2F, 10mm – 2F & 25mm – 2G Weld Qualification Test utilizing 0.052" GMAW weld process.
• Ability to follow standard work instructions.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to work overtime to support production demands.

Benefits

• Total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K.
• Paid time off plan (vacation, holidays, personal time off, volunteer day).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Health Lifestyle Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
• Career development opportunities.
• Incentive bonuses.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Adoption benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Pay

$21.75 - $27.30 per hour, plus shift differential.

Schedule

2nd shift: Monday – Friday 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Skills

• Knowledge of welding fundamentals.
• Ability to work safely and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to complete specific welder qualification tests.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to perform repetitive operations.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to work overtime to support production demands.

Benefits

• Total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K.
• Paid time off plan (vacation, holidays, personal time off, volunteer day).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Health Lifestyle Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary benefits and employee discounts.
• Career development opportunities.
• Incentive bonuses.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Adoption benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of welding fundamentals.
• Available to work from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM during the introductory training period (6-Weeks in Weld School & 3-Weeks OJT).
• Successful completion of a Technical or Trade School Welding Course or relevant experience.
• Ability to work safely and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to complete an 8mm – 2F, 10mm – 2F & 25mm – 2G Weld Qualification Test utilizing 0.052" GMAW weld process.
• Ability to follow standard work instructions.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to work overtime to support production demands.

Pay Range

$21.75 - $27.30 per hour, plus shift differential.

Schedule

2nd shift: Monday – Friday 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Perks and Extra Details

• Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization.
• Day one benefits including medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K.
• Weekly pay.
• Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).
• Potential to advance your career into operations leadership and other advanced manufacturing jobs.
• Safety is a top priority. We provide all personal protective equipment: Welding Hoods, Jackets & Gloves, Metatarsal guard steel-toe boots, Safety glasses & hearing protection, Bump Caps.