**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. We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video (https://youtu.be/kEm9yge1fEE) **to see our team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors.** **What you will get:** + **BUILD YOUR OWN** **SCHEDULE!** You are required to work at least **10 hours per pay period (every 2 weeks) in 5-hour blocks** , with a maximum of 20 hours per pay period. Hours can be scheduled during the day or evening shifts. + **Starting Pay Rate: $18.90/hour.** + **No Benefits Available** + No need to ask for days off - you build your own schedule within the guidelines noted above. **What you will do:** + You will work in either assembly, paint or warehouse functional areas to safely build excavators or small track-type tractors. As a FLEX **Assembler** , you will: + Follow documented procedures to perform safe and defect free assembly and adjustment of parts and components. + Leverage lean manufacturing concepts to support continuous improvement and waste elimination. + Use industrial power tools for assembly and lifting devices to move heavy components. As a FLEX **Paint Technician** , you will: + Complete various paint roles which can include masker/demasker, load/unload, caulker, pre-inspection, blow off operator or shot blast operator. As a FLEX **Warehouse Associate** , you will: + Perform material handling and warehousing functions. + Order fill, process, store and pick parts, materials, equipment, and supplies. + Conduct basic quality assessment of parts for damage and defects. + Additionally, you will work from a variety of documents to verify part numbers, part locations and quantities. **Basic Qualifications:** + **Work or volunteer experience** **Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):** **Assembly or Paint:** + Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods + Willing and able to perform repetitive operations + Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs. **Warehouse:** + Willing and able to frequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15-30 minutes + Willing and able to infrequently lift and carry boxes weighing up to 50 pounds + Willing and able to work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures + Willing and able to walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes **Top candidates will also have:** + Basic computers skills + Experience working in a team-based environment + Experience working in manufacturing + Heavy equipment product line experience (i.e., excavators, tractors, etc.) **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 prior to interview. **Posting Dates:** August 1, 2025 - August 8, 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .