Welder - 2nd and 3rd Shift- East Peoria LL

Caterpillar • Full-time • East Peoria, Illinois, United States • $29 / hour • 2m ago

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.

Pay and Shift Details

Up to $29.97 per hour base pay, based on experience
includes $1.00 per hour off-shift premium
includes $4.00 per hour retention bonus after successful completion of training.
Incremental increases will be applied every 26 weeks until the maximum rate is reached.
Shift: 2nd- M-F 2:00 pm-10:00 pm; 3rd shift Su-Th 10:00 pm to 6:00 am
Training completed on 1st shift for the first 4 to 5 weeks (M-F 6:00 am-2:00 pm)

2nd and 3rd shift available - Full Time - East Peoria LL

Caterpillar is hiring MIG Welders for 2nd and 3rd shift at our East Peoria manufacturing facility LL. This is a full-time production welding job offering Day 1 benefits as well as Company Provided PPE such as Safety Glasses (includes prescription safety glasses) and Weld Hood as well as Safety Boot Reimbursement.

What You Will Do

Perform MIG welding and GMAW welding on steel components
Weld plain and alloy steel in all positions
Operate robotic welding equipment in a production environment
Follow standard work, safety procedures, and quality requirements
Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging
Use overhead cranes and jib cranes to position materials

Required Experience

At least 1 year of production MIG or GMAW welding experience
Experience welding steel 1/2 inch thickness or greater
Basic computer skills

Qualifications

Ability to pass Caterpillar weld qualification testing
Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and overtime as needed

Top Candidates will also possess:

Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork
Ability to work well individually or in a team environment

Additional Information:

90 Day probationary period includes weld school training
This position is located in East Peoria Bldg LL
No relocation package is available
Must be able to pass welder qualification requirements during the Caterpillar provided training by a Certified Welding Educator (CWE), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or approved personnel
Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen held to the DOT standards for prohibited substances

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.

Caterpillar is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers

For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media

Summary Pay Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

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:

March 23, 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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Pay: Up to $29.97 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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