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About this Maintenance Technician 3 - HVAC - 1st Shift role at Caterpillar

Caterpillar · Onsite · Sanford, North Carolina

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.

As a Maintenance Tech III, your job duties will include, but may not be limited to:

  • Performance of preventive maintenance on process/production equipment as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

  • Respond to and provide service and feedback to the customer on all work orders while assuring compliance to codes, regulations, and industry standards.

  • Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tag out procedures and wearing PPE as required.

  • Prepare/complete assigned tasks in conformance with applicable procedure requirements provided by the supervisor.

  • Perform reparative maintenance on production equipment.

  • Work independently, without supervision.

  • May train other technicians as needed.

This is a unique role that will require work hours that vary from a typical schedule. There will be times when the successful candidate will be required to support activities and installations during weekends, holidays, and plant shutdowns.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 35 pounds for intervals of 15-30 minutes.

  • Work at heights of up to 30 feet from the floor, work in an environment with frequently changing temperatures, and walk, squat and bend over for intervals of 15-30 minutes, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Skills Requirements:

  • 5 years minimum of cumulative experience performing industrial maintenance, corrective, preventive, and testing in a manufacturing facility.

Desired Skills Requirements:

  • Relevant industry certification.

  • Prior experience within a Caterpillar Facility.

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and equipment diagrams.

  • Safe and effective use of common maintenance tools (carpentry, plumbing, assembly, etc.).

  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot, repair, and installation of manufacturing machine components.

  • Experience utilizing CMMS.

  • Experience maintaining and troubleshooting PLCs.

  • Extensive knowledge troubleshooting and repairing hoists/cranes.

  • Ability to diagnose and repair electrical control circuits, server motors, pneumatics and hydraulics.

What you will get: 

You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) paid holidays, paid time off and paid training that begin on day one of employment! 

Shift Schedules:

1st Shift - M-F 6:15 AM - 2:15 PM

**Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs** 

Starting pay rates:

1st Shift - $28.35/hour

Additional Information:  

  • Resumes are encouraged. Do not submit a blank application (no work history / resume). This may lead to disqualification.  

  • Successful candidates must pass an online assessment, interview, background check, drug screen and medical review. 

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’ve 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. 

 

 

Summary Pay Range:

$28.35 - $35.45

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 15, 2026 - September 22, 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.

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How this Maintenance Technician salary compares

This role pays $66,352/yrin line with the typical range for Maintenance Technician roles.

$44,470 median $59,020 $80,080

Typical range $49,920–$69,844/yr, from 3,181 comparable Maintenance Technician listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Maintenance Technician salary insights →

About Caterpillar

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the

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