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Caterpillar

Machine Repair - Mechanic

South Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$34.57/hr

Machine Repair Mechanic - 2nd or 3rd Shift Location: South Milwaukee, WI Shift: 2nd or 3rd Shift (Full-Time) Bonus: $2,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus Pay Progression * Step 1: $32.20/hr * Step 2: $33 ...

Harley-Davidson

Machine Repair

Menomonee Falls, WI

$49.82/hr

Machine Repair Job Function: Manufacturing Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Full or Part-Time ... Join our team as a Maintenance Mechanic and help build the worlds most sought after Motorcycles.

Harley-Davidson

Machine Repair

Menomonee Falls, WI

$49.82/hr

Machine Repair Job Function: Manufacturing Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Full or Part-Time ... Join our team as a Maintenance Mechanic and help build the worlds most sought after Motorcycles.

Harley-Davidson

Machine Repair

Menomonee Falls, WI · On-site

$49.82/hr

Machine Repair Job Function: Manufacturing Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Full or Part-Time ... Join our team as a Maintenance Mechanic and help build the worlds most sought after Motorcycles.

Materion

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Milwaukee, WI

$25.50 - $31.50/hr

Install, repair, and maintain machines and equipment, performing precision operations like fitting ... Strong knowledge of mechanical repair, plumbing, and hydraulics * Solid understanding of hydraulic ...

Leinenkugel's

Maintenance Machinist

Milwaukee, WI

$44.38/hr

Have completed State of Wisconsin indentured apprentice program in Machine Repair, Machinist, Maintenance Mechanic, Tool and Die, or equivalent * This position will work on the 2nd or 3rd shift; you ...

Molson Coors

Maintenance Machinist

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$44.38/hr

Have completed State of Wisconsin indentured apprentice program in Machine Repair, Machinist, Maintenance Mechanic, Tool and Die, or equivalent * This position will work on the 2nd or 3rd shift; you ...

SEEK Careers Staffing

Machine Maintenance Tech

Butler, WI · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Execute minor machine repairs. * Troubleshoot minor operating difficulties, including analyzing machine operations, inspecting products, and making necessary mechanical adjustments to eliminate ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine repair mechanic in Racine, WI is $23.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.70 and $27.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Machine Repair Mechanic vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectMachine Repair MechanicMaintenance Technician
CertificationsOften requires ASE certifications or equivalentMay require similar certifications, depending on industry
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, industrial settingsFactories, commercial facilities, industrial environments
Job FocusDiagnosing and repairing machinery issuesPreventive maintenance and repairs
Employer UsageManufacturers, industrial plants, repair shopsIndustrial facilities, commercial buildings, manufacturing

While both roles involve working with machinery, Machine Repair Mechanics primarily focus on diagnosing and fixing specific machine problems, often requiring specialized certifications. Maintenance Technicians tend to handle routine maintenance tasks and preventive care to keep equipment running smoothly. Both roles are essential in industrial settings and may share similar certifications and work environments.

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Machine Repair - Mechanic

Machine Repair - Mechanic

Caterpillar

South Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$34.57/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Caterpillar Inc. rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 457 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

216th of 415 rated machine equipment manufacturers

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.
Machine Repair Mechanic - 2nd or 3rd Shift
Location: South Milwaukee, WI
Shift: 2nd or 3rd Shift (Full-Time)
Bonus: $2,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus
Pay Progression
  • Step 1: $32.20/hr
  • Step 2: $33.36/hr
  • Step 3: $34.57/hr
  • Shift Premium: +$1.00/hr for 2nd or 3rd shift

About Caterpillar South Milwaukee
Caterpillar is hiring experienced Machine Repair Mechanics with troubleshooting and repairing experience, that can maintain complex domestic and foreign machine tools and industrial equipment, to join our manufacturing team in South Milwaukee, WI.
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.
At our South Milwaukee facility, you'll be part of a team that builds some of the largest and most powerful mining machines in the world. This facility specializes in the production of Cat® Electric Rope Shovels (ERS) used in mining operations around the world.
Key Responsibilities
  • Diagnose and repair a wide range of machine tools including Liebherr, DMG, Pietro Carnaghi, Ingersoll, Innse, Pama, and others
  • Maintain and repair cranes, hoists, conveyors, furnaces, welding equipment, and other industrial assets
  • Install and service hydraulic and pneumatic systems, ball screws, precision bearings, and controllers
  • Perform machine leveling, shaft alignment, lubrication, tube bending, and welding
  • Read and interpret mechanical prints and hydraulic schematics
  • Apply scraping principles and precision alignment techniques

Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 3 years of industrial machine tool maintenance experience or completion of a relevant technical program
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing complex machine tools
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical and hydraulic documentation
  • Demonstrated proficiency in machine tool theory and application
  • One of the following:
  • Journeyman Machine Repair/Millwright certification
  • Associate degree in a mechanical field
  • Union Journeyman card
  • 5+ years of machine repair experience
  • Equivalent military training

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance technologies
  • Skills in metal fabrication and precision laser alignment
  • Familiarity with ball screw and spindle repair
  • Experience with large CNC machine tools and heavy industrial equipment
  • Exposure to PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation

Additional Info
  • Full-time, 40 hours/week
  • No relocation assistance
  • Pre-employment drug screen and medical evaluation required
  • Please check your email (including spam/junk folders) for updates

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Join a company that values your skills, supports your growth, and rewards your hard work.
Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.
Summary Pay Range:
$33.49 - $35.95
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:
May 26, 2026 - May 31, 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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