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 at Caterpillar Inc.

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

Join a fantastic team at Caterpillar, North Little Rock. Apply Today!

What to Expect: As a Preventative Maintenance Tech II you will bring the ability to perform preventive maintenance on facility equipment, install new mfg. equipment, follow all safety procedures including lockout/tagout and proper PPE use, and demonstrate basic knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. It involves installing new manufacturing equipment, completing accurate PM tasks, using the CMMS.

What We Offer:

Caterpillar offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program, time off, and other Total Rewards.Multi-Shift Openings: 1st Shift & 2nd Shift. Overtime opportunities may be available on a voluntary basis based on business needs and with leader prior authorization.1st shift: Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.2nd shift: Monday – Friday , 3p.m. – 11 p.m.

Your Role Day to Day: As a Preventative Maintenance Tech II you will handle general maintenance tasks such as minor electrical, plumbing, and mechanical repairs, HVAC support, filter and bulb changes, painting, and equipment or furniture moves. The job also includes operating forklifts and lifts, transporting equipment, supporting production maintenance, assisting senior technicians, supervising subcontractor work, maintaining customer and vendor relationships, documenting parts and materials, and keeping a clean, safe work area while working effectively under pressure and tight deadlines.

What you will have (Basic Requirements):

2 years of minimum cumulative experience performing industrial maintenance, corrective, preventive, and testing in a manufacturing facilityAbility to read and interpret blueprints and equipment diagramsSafe and effective use of common maintenance tools (carpentry, plumbing, assembly, etc.)

Top Candidates Will Also Have (Preferrred Requirements):

Prior experience within a Caterpillar facilityMechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot, repair, and installation of manufacturing machine componentsExperience utilizing CMMS

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to Caterpillar:

Background ScreeningDrug Screening Post-Offer Medical Questionnaire (clearance from Corporate Medical)

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for YOU to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides DAY ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K). Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off (prorated based upon hire date).

Summary Pay Range:

$25.00 - $32.00

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

Posting Dates:

January 13, 2026 - January 27, 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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