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.
**What you will do: **
As a Custom Painter, you will prepare and apply powder coat and liquid paint and other coatings to interior and exterior surfaces as needed. You will routinely make paint-related repairs to prime product prior to PDI. You may occasionally be required to coat custom fabricated structures, racking, vehicles, etc. You will follow all required safety procedures at all times.
What you have:
- Equipment paint processing experience OR a paint related certificate or degree (trade school / technical degree)
- Experience in topcoat, prime coat and electrostatic paint
- Ability to read blueprints / engineering drawings
- Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
- Ability to perform repetitive operations
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Top candidates will also have:
- One year of liquid paint experience, preferably in touch up painting
What you will get:
You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) paid holidays, paid time off and paid training that begin on day one of employment!
**1st Shift Starting Pay: **$24.00/hour
- Monday-Friday 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
**2nd Shift Starting Pay: **$24.00/hour (+ 8% Shift Premium)
- Monday-Friday 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
**3rd Shift Starting Pay: **$24.00/hour (+ 8% Shift Premium)
- Monday-Friday 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs
Additional Information:
- Resumes are encouraged. Do not submit a blank application (no work history / resume). This may lead to disqualification.
- Successful candidates must pass an online assessment, interview, background check, drug screen and medical review.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$24.00 - $30.30
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 5, 2026 - May 19, 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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