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Maintenance Tech III

Dallas, TX · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Responsible for maintaining the Sennebogen and caterpillar machine handlers. * Perform repair work on systems including hydraulics, electronic/electrical systems, mechanical repairs, basic ...

Maintenance Tech II

Wills Point, TX · On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Responsible for maintaining the Sennebogen and caterpillar machine handlers. * Perform repair work on systems including hydraulics, electronic/electrical systems, mechanical repairs, basic ...

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do ... Create and maintain technical documentation, process flows, and testing artifacts. * Partner with ...

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Caterpillar's Cat Technology group is searching for a Product Service Engineer for our product ... Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working ...

Caterpillar's Cat Technology group is searching for a Product Service Engineer for our product ... Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working ...

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do ... Design, develop, and maintain logical technical architectures to support enterprise-wide data ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for caterpillar maintenance tech in the United States is $22.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Caterpillar Maintenance Tech job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,741 per year, or $22.5 per hour.

Maintenance Tech I (1st Shift)

Brooklyn Park, MN • On-site

$25.73/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Caterpillar Inc. rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 491 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Your Work Shapes the World
Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With an over 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe. Let's do the work - grow with us, Apply Today!
What to expect: As a Maintenance Technician I (General) team member, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance for a variety of facility machine centers, as well as simple repairs on production and building equipment and systems. You will also assist other equipment and facilities maintenance colleagues on specified projects and advanced machines maintenance with oversight. Grow your career and advance your skills within the Caterpillar Maintenance group. Start your maintenance career here!
Opening available on 1st shift: Monday - Friday 6 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization. Day one benefits eligibility!
Pay Rate and Schedule:
The position includes a total wage extension of $25.73/hour plus a comprehensive Day-One Benefit program. Paid weekly. Paid time-off: Vacation, holiday, and Winter Holiday*. 401K matching AND additional 2-5% annual company contribution*.
Required Qualifications for Consideration (minimum):
  • Six months minimum machine maintenance, vehicle/mechanic experience, or manufacturing line maintenance experience OR a recent technical degree or certificate in a related trades field to include maintenance and troubleshooting

Top Candidates Will Have:
  • Ability to read and interpret machine blueprint and drawings.
  • Six months combined minimum experience within Caterpillar Paving
  • Prior experience in a heavy manufacturing environment

Equipment maintenance will include but is not limited to:
  • Corrective and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting repairing and installing parts on machines and equipment:
  • Pumps and valves
  • Fixtures
  • Cranes
  • Forklifts and other mobile equipment
  • Maintenance vehicle PM and repairs

Additional Assignments:
  • Snow removal
  • Yard maintenance (in all weather conditions)
  • Low voltage electrical and electro-mechanical troubleshooting
  • Pipefitting
  • General carpentry
  • Ability to read electrical and hydraulic prints
  • Maintenance vehicle PM and repairs

May perform maintenance activities at both Brooklyn Park and Rogers, MN facilities.
In the role of Maintenance Technician I / General Maintenance, additionally, you can expect to coordinate and prioritize work to meet production schedules. Daily prioritize and confirm work orders using electronic maintenance system. Take initiative to identify, document, communicate and correct problems, report discrepancies and recommend solutions. Work and interact effectively in a team environment in alignment with our code of conduct and values in action. Support team People, Quality, Velocity and Cost (PQVC) initiatives and daily activities. May work various shift and workday schedules to meet customer and team needs. Works inside and outside and in various weather conditions. Complete projects as needed. Work with limited supervision. Operate equipment including forklift, man lift, maintenance truck, snowplow truck. Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes and hoists.
Additional Information: Important!
Shift: First Shift
Hours: 06:00AM- 02:00PM
Work Location: Brooklyn Park, MN
Compensation: Salary Grade L04; $25.73/hr
Our application process includes an applicant assessment questionnaire; this screening must meet a metric with a focus on safety. Please expect a COPA screening during the process. Expect an EMAIL!
Work Environment
  • Work various shifts and workday schedules including nights and weekends- If deemed your schedule
  • Work in environment with frequently changing temperatures and all-weather conditions
  • Exposure to magnets that may impact medical devices

Physical Requirements
  • Noise levels of 85db or greater
  • Lift up to 35lbs frequently
  • Work at multiple heights
  • Climb on equipment, machines, ladders, man lifts and various step stools
  • Stand for a minimum of 8 hour shifts with minimal breaks
  • Kneel, squat, and crawl on knees
  • Work in awkward positions, including forward reach, lateral reach, squat, overhead reaching, twisting and forward head and rotation of neck.
  • Work in tight spaces
  • Repetitive grasping, pushing, pulling rotating
  • Use of fine motor skills
  • Use of maintenance hand tools

Final details
Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application - please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.
Summary Pay Range:
$25.73 - $33.08
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.
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
Posting Dates:
September 8, 2026 - September 19, 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.
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