Associate Refurbishment Technician (2nd Shift)

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.

Complete low level assignments related to routine refurbishment, modification, and rework of gas turbine engine packages. Applies limited knowledge of refurbishment, mechanics, or electronics to support more experienced team members. In turn, acquires additional skills and knowledge about turbomachinery systems, packages, and the refurbishment process.

This is a 2nd shift position

What you will do:

• Applies basic electronic or mechanical knowledge to execute tasks, assist higher level technicians, participate in team assignments to update and refurbish packages to customer specifications.
• Works under close supervision using verbal instructions and some engineering documentation as guidance.
• Learns to use shop equipment, bench tools, hand tools, and inspection equipment.

Assignments could include (but are not limited to) any of the following activities:

1.Tearing down packages and parts received from customer or other Solar locations, cleaning and preparing same for refurbishment.

2.Determining if parts are reusable, locating replacement parts from any of several possible locations. Reassembling sections of the package.

3.Preparing parts for painting, preparing the paint booth, and completing paint activities.

4.Learning and performing duties related to the small components area.

5.Applies increasing knowledge base of electronics to assemble package controls, referring to specification sheets and engineering drawings to update old systems with the new technology.

6.Applies increasing knowledge of mechanical assembly to work package parts, per customer requirements.

What you will have:

• Must be able to learn team skills and apply them to the assignments given, working in a teaming environment.
• Some exposure to mechanics or electronics, or familiarity with shop floor procedures is strongly preferred.
• Formal courses at the high school level or junior college in electronics, hydraulics, mechanics, shop procedures, or the equivalent in work experience is necessary.

What will set you apart:

• Prior/current exposure to Solar Turbines manufacturing environment
• Experience with Solar Turbines process and SOP's

 

 

Summary Pay Range:

$45,809.00 - $68,713.00

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

 

 

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

 

 

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

 

Posting Dates:

October 29, 2026 - November 4, 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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