Industrial Maintenance Technician IV - 2nd, 3rd or Weekend Shift Available
Caterpillar · Boonville, MO
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 3 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Caterpillar (industrial) in Boonville, MO. Skilled & knowledge on electrical principles of three phase, motors (linear, servo, AC Induction, DC motor) and able to diagnose and troubleshoot any technical problem on electrical of CNC machines, welding machines, overhead crane, compressors etc.
- They ask for
- degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- PLC, Robotics, CNC, Welding
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Missouri plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 46 other live reliability postings in Missouri.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 64%
- ✓ PLC 55%
- ✓ Welding 36%
- EHS / safety 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Caterpillar in Boonville
1 other open role at this site.
- Industrial Maintenance Technician V - 3rd Shift · Reliability · Technician
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qualifications
will receive a call from our talent acquisition team to talk through your
qualifications
and answer questions you may have.
- ✓Applicants that have passed the phone screen will be sent an online assessment that can be taken from your phone or computer.
- ✓On-site interviews will be scheduled for candidates that pass the phone screen and the online assessment.
Caterpillar is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers
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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.
Company Benefits
- •6% 401k match
- •Day one medical, dental, vision, RX (get all starting as low as $33.00/month!)
- •HSA with company contribution
- •Monthly bonus (possibility of up to 11%)
- •10 paid vacation days (prorated first calendar year)
- •Paid personal days
- •11 paid holidays
- •Annual merit increases
- •Opportunity for overtime hours/shifts
- •Education Tuition Assistance
Available Shift
- •2nd shift: 3:00pm -11:30pm Monday - Friday
- •3rd shift: 11:00pm - 7:30am Sunday - Thursday
- •Weekend shift (Friday - Sunday 7:00am - 7:30pm). Following a 6-12 month period, this role is anticipated to transition to a 3rd shift assignment (Sunday - Thursday 11:00pm - 7:30am ).
Job Description
- •Utilize PM as the proactive means of controlling machine up/down time
- •Organize and document log out / tag out procedures
- •Manage oil analysis program for all required equipment
- •Vast knowledge of the principles on how the machinery / equipment / tools work
- •Skilled and knowledge on electrical principles of three phase, motors and able to diagnose and troubleshoot any technical problem on electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
- •Skilled and knowledge on electronic principles and able to interpret blueprint and schematic component and troubleshoot on the problem all HPMP equipment
- •Skilled and knowledge on performing troubleshoot with ladder diagram and diagnose any technical problem on PLC control and robotic controls
- •Skilled and knowledge in PM program and importance of accurate and timely PM tasks
- •Skilled and knowledge in performing on the installation of new manufacturing equipment
Knowledge and Skills
- •Knowledge of the basic principles on how the machinery/equipment/ tools work.
- •Skilled & knowledge on electrical principles of three phase, motors (linear, servo, AC Induction, DC motor) and able to diagnose and troubleshoot any technical problem on electrical of CNC machines, welding machines, overhead crane, compressors etc.
- •Skilled & knowledge of electronic principles and able to interpret blueprint and schematic component and troubleshoot on the problem of CNC machines, welding machines, overhead crane, compressors etc.
- •Skilled & knowledge in performing troubleshoot with ladder diagram and diagnose any technical problem on PLC control of CNC machines
- •Skilled & knowledge in performing on the installation of new manufacturing equipment.
- •Skilled & knowledge on electrical principles of three phase, motors (linear, servo, AC Induction, DC motor) and able to diagnose and troubleshoot any technical problem on electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
- •Skilled & knowledge of electronic principles and able to interpret blueprint and schematic components and troubleshoot on the problem all HPMP equipment.
- •Skilled & knowledge in performing troubleshoot with ladder diagram and diagnose any technical problem on PLC control of CNC machines
- •Skilled & knowledge in PM programs and importance of accurate and timely PM tasks
- •Skilled & knowledge in performing on the installation of new manufacturing equipment.
Top Candidates Will Also Have
- •Industrial Maintenance degree or equivalent from two year college or technical school; or six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Competencies
- •Safety Focus - Demonstrates a commitment to working safely, following procedures, identifying potential hazards and contributing to a safe work environment.
- •Responsibility & Dependability - Takes ownership of assigned work, follows through on commitments, maintains attendance standards, and consistently delivers quality results.
- •Teamwork & Collaboration - Works effectively with others, communicates respectfully, supports team goals, and contributes to a positive and productive work environment.
- •Functional Expertise & Continuous Learning - Learns and applies job-related knowledge, follows established processes, solves routine work challenges, and adapts to new tools, equipment, and procedures.
What to Expect After Applying
- •Applicants that meet the
Summary Pay Range
$26.90 - $33.60
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 Progr