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Industrial Electrician - 2nd Shift or 3rd Shift

Caterpillar · Mapleton, IL · $35.81–$37.67 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 10, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about the machine tools and plant equipment you've built, installed or repaired circuits on.

What they are checking: Whether their background is industrial and hands-on enough for heavy foundry equipment.

You can do 2nd or 3rd shift. Which works for you, and how have you handled off shifts before?

What they are checking: Whether they will be dependable on the shift they choose.

Tell me about a time a repair didn't go as planned. What did you learn?

What they are checking: Whether they reflect honestly on mistakes instead of only telling success stories.

How do you keep records of what you found and fixed?

What they are checking: Whether they document repairs so patterns show up and the next electrician starts ahead.

What would you do

A piece of equipment trips intermittently and works fine whenever you test it. How do you approach that?

What they are checking: Patience and method on intermittent faults, such as monitoring, heat and vibration checks, rather than guessing.

Production wants a quick fix, but you believe the part needs to be replaced. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain risk plainly and agree on a plan rather than either caving or stonewalling.

About the work

This role is at the Mapleton foundry in the Large Power Systems Division. What do you expect is different about electrical work in a foundry?

What they are checking: Whether they understand heat, dust and harsh conditions and how those wear on electrical and electronic equipment.

Walk me through how you use instruments to locate a defect in an electronic circuit.

What they are checking: Whether they can go beyond basic wiring into true electronic troubleshooting, which the posting stresses.

How do you handle lockout/tagout on equipment with stored energy, like hydraulics or capacitors?

What they are checking: Whether they think about every energy source, not just the main disconnect.

What's your experience with PLC troubleshooting?

What they are checking: Whether they can read controls logic to find which input or output is failing.

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The full job description

As published by Caterpillar.

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. Large Power Systems Division (LPSD): W e design and manufacture the most comprehensive lineup of large diesel and natural gas engines in the industry, as well as engine components and powertrains. What You Will Do (including but not limited to): As an Electrician at Caterpillar, Inc., you will be responsible building, installing and repairing electrical and electronic circuits used on machine tools and plant equipment. While applying your knowledge the operations of electrical units and systems, you will test and diagnose malfunctions. * Build, install, repair electrical and electronic circuits used on machine tools and plant equipment. * Applies knowledge of operation of electronic circuits to locate defects using instruments. * Tests faulty equipment * Apply knowledge of operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose malfunctions * Utilize oscilloscopes, signal generators, electronic counter, recorders, etc. * Calibrate and service electronic testing instruments. Required Qualifications * Must have completed field related college degree, electrical apprenticeships, technical school, previous experience, military training or equivalent. * Knowledge of electronics, electronic controls, and PLC logic. * Strong problem solving and troubleshooting abilities on complex electrical / electronic manufacturing systems. * Blueprints and schematics to troubleshoot motors, transformers, communication devices, and electronic controllers on machine tools, industrial robots, welders, and overhead lifting equipment. * Preventive maintenance * Excellent communication skills Desired Qualifications * Previous job related experience in a warehouse/factory environment What You Will Get: • Safety in words and actions. Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We encourage and commit to safety in all processes that we do. We strive to provide a safe and secure work environment for all our employees. • A rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage. Because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides: • Starting salary is $35.81/hr. plus $1.00 per hour shift differential • Medical, dental, and vision coverage • Paid time off plan (prorated based on start date) • 401k savings plan • Wellness programs Salary Range- $35.81- $37.67 Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process Summary Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Compensation 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: September 10, 2026 - December 9, 2026 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 .

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