Maintenance Tech I (1st Shift)
Caterpillar
- Location
- Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- $26/hr
- H-1B history
- 106 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
About this role
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