Shop Technician I

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.

About SPM Oil & Gas :

SPM Oil & Gas, a Caterpillar company, provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership. Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry.

About the Role :

The Shop Technician I works primarily in the shop disassembling, assembling and repairing frac valves.

Additional Information :

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday 6 : 00 AM - 3 : 00 PM - This schedule may change based on business demand.

Starting pay is $19.85 / hr.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you will do :

Effectively demonstrate the core values of SPM Oil & Gas at all times

Assemble and break down, clean new or used equipment, inspect, repair and test grease and paint equipment

Troubleshoot, repair, reassemble and test frac valves based on customer communications

Read and follow standard operating procedures

Execute general shop maintenance such as cleanup of the shop, work area, and equipment

Perform shipping and receiving responsibilities

Be responsible for the safety of self and others including reporting of all work-related injuries, near misses, equipment damage and unsafe acts to supervisor or senior technician as soon as practicable

Operate, handle, and lift shop equipment and tools and products that weigh up to 50 lbs.

Maintain SPM Oil & Gas company supplied assets and any other equipment, including site specific equipment, as it relates to company policy

Maintain a professional appearance and work attitude at all times

Demonstrate the ability to perform independently or in a team setting

Follow all written policies and procedures safely without deviation or refer to upper management for guidance

Exhibit and advocate exemplary safety culture at all times

Exhibit a high degree of integrity at all times

Adhere to and exercise Stop Work Authority and Management of Change

Performs other duties as assigned

What you will have :

Three to six months of equivalent work experience or training with frac valves

Demonstrate consistency, accountability, reliability, and solid work ethic

Previous experience with hand tools, power tools and air tools

Physical Demands :

Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear

Required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Must be able to wear protective footwear and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the department

Work Environment :

Regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions

Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration

Noise Level : Moderate

Summary Pay Range : $19.85 - $26.55

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 :

October 2, 2025 - October 15, 2025

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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