Maintenance Technician I - 1st Shift
Caterpillar · San Antonio, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Caterpillar (industrial) in San Antonio, TX. You’ll assist in troubleshooting and repairing basic mechanical systems, perform preventive maintenance on machinery, and ensure the overall functionality of the facility.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- PLC, Robotics
- Day to day
- relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 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 1866 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 167 other live reliability postings in Texas.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 49%
- ✓ PLC 33%
- Welding 29%
- Root cause 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Caterpillar in San Antonio
2 other open roles at this site · 5 people we found in reliability roles at Caterpillar.
- Manufacturing Specialist - 2nd Shift · Manufacturing · Specialist
- Maintenance Technician III - 1st Shift · Reliability · Technician
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Job Summary
Kickstart your career as a Maintenance Technician I at Caterpillar, where you’ll be hands-on in supporting routine maintenance tasks that keep our production running smoothly. You’ll assist in troubleshooting and repairing basic mechanical systems, perform preventive maintenance on machinery, and ensure the overall functionality of the facility. This is an entry-level role perfect for someone eager to learn and develop technical skills in an industrial environment. If you’re a team player with a passion for mechanical work and problem-solving, this is your opportunity to grow with us!
What you will do
- ◆Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on assembly equipment in production facilities building, in accordance with work orders and technical documentation as assigned in a timely manner
- ◆Respond to service requests and work orders with limited supervision and direction without interrupting production facilities operations
- ◆Perform general building maintenance as directed, such as lamp replacement, simple construction, overhead doors, and plumbing, etc.
- ◆Perform basic electrical preventive maintenance, to motors, lights, and electrical panels
- ◆Operate and maintaining production equipment including but not limited to fork trucks, conveyors, robotic equipment, and related tools and equipment
- ◆Organize lubrication equipment and recommend changes to lubrication schedules.
- ◆Submit tools/requisitions for lubrication equipment to the appropriate supervisor
- ◆Organize and keep the maintenance shop areas clean
- ◆Request direction from more senior technicians for unclear or advanced tasks
- ◆Maintain a strong mechanical fundamental knowledge
- ◆Striving to acquire the skills and knowledge of a Level II Maintenance Technician
- ◆Submit and assist with the resolution of C.P.S. Continuous Improvement cards
Requirements
- ✓Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
- ✓Ability to perform repetitive operations
- ✓Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
We are committed to ensuring a supportive and accommodating work environment for all employees. Please advise of any reasonable accommodation requests to facilitate your ability to perform the job’s essential functions.
Additional
Requirements
- ✓Resumes are highly encouraged
- ✓Former Caterpillar employees must meet rehire eligibility guidelines for consideration
- ✓Must successfully complete a background, drug, and medical screening
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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.
About IPSD
Caterpillar’s Industrial Power Systems Division (IPSD) designs, tests and manufactures 0.5 to 18L engines that not only power Caterpillar machines, but also power over 5000 other applications including Marine, Petroleum, Industrial Applications, Electric Generators, and Locomotives. Caterpillar’s company strategy includes sustainability as one of four focus areas and IPSD is engaged and actively preparing green energy solutions for the future.
What you will have
- •Minimum of 2 years of related hands-on maintenance experience, in a manufacturing, operations, or high-volume facility, or possess a relevant certification or degree in lieu of experience
- •Experience using hand tools, power tools, and basic maintenance tasks like lubrication, cleaning, and inspections
- •Familiar mechanical knowledge of basic machines (pulleys, levers, etc.), pneumatics, hydraulics, gears, reducers, bearings, lubrication theory, drive components (sheaves, sprockets, chain belts, take-ups), and equipment alignment.
- •Must be familiar with electronics such as photo sensors, PLCs, remote I/Os, servo drives, and variable frequency drives
What would make you a top candidate
- •Familiar with AC/DC theory, relays, switches, solenoids, fuses, breakers, power generation and distribution (including 480V 3-phase), electrical safety, lockout/tagout procedures, National Electric Code, digital multimeter operation, and motor theory and protection
- •Familiar with PM procedures, including performing PMs, logging completion, etc.
- •Familiar with production facility’s systems, including conveyors, robotic equipment, and (ASRS, AKL, and Auto Guided Vehicles (AGVs))
- •Familiar with reading and understand mechanical and building blueprints as well as electrical schematics
Physical
Additional Information
- •Shift Information: Monday - Friday 6:00am-2:30pm. Overtime as business needs
- •Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.
- •Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we have been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
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