Caterpillar
Senior Maintenance Tech
Desoto, Texas
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- Seniority
- Senior
- Stated salary
- $58,556 per year
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 17 Sept 2026
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Career Area:
Manufacturing
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.
This position supports all aspects of Maintenance and Facilities with the priorities and agenda set forth by Facilities Leadership.
Interacts with different levels of inter-organizational personnel, vendors, and consultants. Strong customer interaction skills, ability to identify and solve problems independently and computer literacy are critical for success. Working in a team environment is critical and providing direction to others with different cultural and technical backgrounds is necessary for success.
This position directly reports to the Facility Operations and Planning Manager.
This is a 3rd shift position.
What you will do:
- Use hand and power tools as well as other equipment to perform carpentry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pipefitting, painting, HVAC and other repairs and maintenance.
- Operate and maintain facility systems such as air compressors, dryers, wet and dry fire systems, cooling tower systems, overhead doors.
- Knowledge in the use and application of moderately complex electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
- Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance on facility and production equipment and systems.
- Adheres to established industry and enterprise standards, policies and practices relating to safety, quality, schedule, cost, accounting, purchasing and regulatory compliance in performing assigned duties.
- Participate in the implementation of Continuous Improvements (CI) projects, space planning projects and capital projects.
- Communicate effectively with both internal and external customers.
- Conducts and completes on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development.
What you will have:
- 6+ years of experience in facility maintenance.
- Working knowledge of maintenance lift equipment, forklifts, and material handling equipment.
- Understanding of lockout / tagout procedures.
- Operational knowledge of air compressors, dryers, wet and dry fire systems, cooling towers.
- Willing and able to climb to levels above the shop floor, or use a man-lift, as needed, to make repairs.
- Familiar with PM procedures, including performing PM’s and logging work order completion.
- Work with Planner / Scheduler to optimize preventative maintenance procedures and document maintenance activities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Applications.
What will set you apart:
- Deep understanding and expertise in specific fields of facilities and maintenance such as plumbing, electrical, construction, HVAC (heating, ventilation, & air conditioning), and/or maintenance of building infrastructures.
- Familiarity with modern construction, building codes and practices.
- Knowledge of electricity and electrical systems (AC/DC systems, relays, switches, fuses, breakers, motors)
- Knowledgeable in cutting, grinding, welding, and fabrication.
- Advanced mechanical knowledge of machine components (pulleys, levers, belts, etc.) pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, lubrication theory, equipment alignments and preventative maintenance.
- Able to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair problems with mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and building drawings and schematics.
- Identify, specify, source and order supplies and equipment.
- Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) systems.
Summary Pay Range:
$58,556.00 - $87,834.00
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:
September 17, 2026 - September 30, 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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