Industrial Electrician - 2nd / 3rd Shift (Decatur, IL)

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Industrial Electrician – 2nd/3rd Shift (Decatur, IL)

Location

Decatur, Illinois

Job Type

Full-Time

Pay

Starting at $35.81/hour + $1.00/hour shift premium

Shifts Available

• 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:30 PM – 6:30 AM

Job Summary

Join the world-class manufacturing team at Caterpillar Inc. as an Industrial Electrician in Decatur, IL. This hands-on role is ideal for individuals with strong electrical and electronic troubleshooting skills who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to safety, quality, and teamwork. You’ll be responsible for building, installing, and repairing electrical and electronic circuits on machine tools and plant equipment, diagnosing malfunctions, and calibrating testing instruments.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, install, and repair electrical and electronic circuits used on machine tools and plant equipment
• Diagnose malfunctions on machine tools and NC controlled equipment
• Apply knowledge of electronic units and systems to troubleshoot and test faulty equipment
• Calibrate and service electronic testing instruments
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to troubleshoot motors, transformers, communication devices, and controllers
• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical/electronic manufacturing systems
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following 5S principles

Basic Qualifications

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