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At a glance
Caterpillar is hiring a Assembly and Test Specialist - 2nd/3rd Shifts - Supplemental in Pontiac, IL. It is a full-time role in Engineering & Manufacturing, first listed on November 6. The advertised pay is $23.22 an hour. Caterpillar has 99 other openings in the US, 4 of them in Pontiac, IL. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 2 Engineering & Mfg openings in Pontiac, IL today.
How the pay compares
Caterpillar advertises $23.22 an hour. That is lower than about 62% of the 13 engineering & mfg jobs in Illinois that publish an hourly rate on USA Jobs 24, where the typical midpoint is $27.09 an hour. At 40 hours a week all year, $23.22 an hour comes to about $48,000 before tax. Convert other hourly rates To see roughly what this leaves after federal and Illinois tax, try our take-home pay calculator.
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Caterpillar has 100 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 21 states. Most are in software & IT (20), engineering & mfg (14) and operations (9). The biggest locations are Irving, TX (12), Mossville, IL (11) and Lafayette, IN (11). None of them is fully remote, 19% are open to entry-level candidates and 95% show pay. We collect Caterpillar's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Workday), never from job boards or agencies.
The employer's advert
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Career Area:
OperationsJob 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 Large Power Systems Division (LPSD):
We design and manufacture the most comprehensive lineup of large diesel and natural gas engines in the industry, as well as engine components and powertrains.
Job Summary:
As an Assembly and Test Specialist at Caterpillar Pontiac, you will continuously improve process efficiency by performing routine assembly and testing the assemblies of the component product. Day-to-day work may include performing routine assembly and testing of components through various stages of manufacturing.
What You Will Do (including but not limited to):
Utilize hand and pneumatic tools to assemble, test, rework, and repair Fuel Injectors and Fuel Pumps.
Utilize hand and pneumatic tools to assemble exhaust systems and PETU tanks with pumps, wiring harnesses, insulation, and other required components.
Operate test machines.
Disassemble and reassemble complex components to repair or replace damaged injector parts to transport prime product.
Minimum Requirements:
A minimum of 6 months of experience working in a manufacturing or engine maintenance role.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions (ex. Schematics, standard work, and/or blueprints).
Good communication and organizational skills.
Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
Additional Information:
2nd Shift: Monday – Friday 3:00PM – 11:00PM.
3rd Shift: Sunday – Thursday 11:00PM – 7:00AM.
Starting pay is $23.22 per hour.
$1.00 an hour night shift premium.
Training is completed on 1st shift hours Monday – Friday.
Positions start as supplemental (36 or more hours per week but with no holiday pay and limited benefits).
Relocation assistance is not available.
Please ensure you frequently sign in to your Candidate Home for any updates or correspondence for positions that you have applied for: https://cat.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CaterpillarCareers
Summary Pay Range:
$0.00 - $0.00Compensation 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:
November 5, 2026 - January 4, 2027Any 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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