Industrial Electrician
Caterpillar · Victoria, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Caterpillar (industrial) in Victoria, TX.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- 5S, Root cause, PLC, Robotics, Automation, Machining
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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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
- More than usual (5+ 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.
Stands out: this posting asks for 5S, Machining, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Caterpillar in Victoria
1 other open role at this site · 5 people we found in reliability roles at Caterpillar.
- Production Technician- (PART-TIME) · Production · Technician
Full description from CaterpillarAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
The Industrial Electrician (internally know as: Maintenance Technician IV) is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment, facility systems, and electrical controls that support manufacturing operations. This position ensures equipment reliability, maximizes uptime, minimizes downtime, and maintains compliance with all safety, environmental, and electrical standards.
All Employees Will Be Required To
- ✓Follow all OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, Lockout/Tagout procedures, National Electrical Code requirements, and company safety policies.
- ✓Demonstrate situational awareness and identify unsafe conditions and behaviors.
- ✓Work safely in manufacturing environments, including elevated areas, confined spaces, and around energized equipment when qualified.
- ✓Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
- ✓Independently perform maintenance activities following industry best practices.
- ✓Utilize CMMS and predictive maintenance technologies to support equipment reliability and maintenance planning.
- ✓Provide guidance and training to less experienced technicians.
- ✓Complete on-the-job training and technical self-development programs.
- ✓Comply with 5S and housekeeping standards.
- ✓Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area.
Required Qualifications
- ✓Licensed Master Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, or Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field with five years of relevant experience.
- ✓Minimum 3-5 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- ✓Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, including AC/DC circuits, three-phase power distribution, and motor controls.
- ✓Experience troubleshooting PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms).
- ✓Knowledge of VFDs, servo drives, sensors, relays, breakers, fuses, and automated control systems.
- ✓Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation equipment issues.
- ✓Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- ✓Proficiency with electrical testing equipment including multimeters, clamp meters, and megohmmeters.
- ✓Understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
- ✓Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance documentation.
- ✓Strong organizational, computer, communication, and basic math skills.
- ✓Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a multi-craft maintenance environment.
- ✓High school diploma or GED required.
Physical
Requirements
- ✓Ability to climb ladders, operate man-lifts, and work in elevated areas and confined spaces.
- ✓Ability to lift up to 35 pounds regularly.
- ✓Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and climbing.
- ✓Ability to work in manufacturing environments with varying temperatures.
- ✓Ability to distinguish colors and utilize close vision for troubleshooting electrical and mechanical equipment.
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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.
The employee will
- •Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems.
- •Install, maintain, and repair motors, drives, control panels, relays, sensors, and electrical distribution systems.
- •Diagnose and resolve issues involving PLCs, servo drives, VFDs, robotics, conveyors, and automated equipment.
- •Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical manuals.
- •Perform root cause failure analysis and implement corrective actions.
- •Maintain equipment reliability through preventive and predictive maintenance programs and analyze equipment performance trends.
- •Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and capital improvement projects.
- •Maintain CMMS records, work orders, and maintenance documentation.
- •Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, reliability, and cost performance.
Top Candidates Will Also Have
- •Advanced troubleshooting skills involving complex control systems, PLCs, servo drives, and industrial automation.
- •Advanced experience with robotics, automation systems, conveyors, and material handling equipment.
- •Experience with vibration analysis, laser alignment, precision maintenance, and predictive maintenance technologies.
- •Strong continuous improvement, reliability-centered maintenance, and equipment optimization experience.
- •Demonstrated leadership in mentoring and training maintenance technicians.
- •Strong background in welding, fabrication, and machining operations.
Summary Pay Range
$33.68 - $43.78
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