Maintenance Mechanic I

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Job Summary: Join Caterpillar Inc., a global team that cares about its work and each other, building a better world through innovation. Key Highlights: 1. Build a meaningful career at a company that builds a better world. 2. Work on preventive, corrective maintenance and equipment improvements. 3. An inclusive culture focused on equity and respect for differences. **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. **IT'S YOUR TIME!** **Build a meaningful career!** Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 years, we have helped our customers build a better, more sustainable world. We are committed to contributing to a lower-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, supported by our global dealer network, deliver exceptional value that helps our customers succeed. 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. If you seek personal and professional growth within a company that embraces an inclusive culture, pursues equity, respects differences, and believes in people’s potential, this is the right place for you. We welcome candidates with disabilities (PCDs) and those representing gender, cultural, ethnic, religious, age, generational, racial, national, and sexual orientation diversity. **Important: Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including spam/junk folders, as this is our primary communication channel. To check your application status, log in to our careers page using your candidate credentials, as it will reflect any updates.** **Responsibilities/Profile:** * Perform preventive, corrective maintenance and improvements on machinery and equipment across the entire manufacturing facility; * Carry out tasks following safety procedures, checklists, maintenance practices, and guidance from supervisors; * Support operators in performing TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) activities; * Perform other related or general maintenance-related duties. **Key Challenges of the Role:** * Ensure proper operation and safeguard all equipment. * Adhere to the equipment preventive maintenance schedule. * Identify root causes of defects and implement definitive corrective actions; * Maintain strong teamwork relationships, following maintenance practices and guidance from supervisors; **Basic Qualifications:** **Education:** Completed Technical or Technologist program in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Maintenance. **Computer Skills:** Basic Office suite; **Experience:** Knowledge of functional/technical characteristics of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components; alignment of rotating machinery; reading and interpretation of mechanical drawings and hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams; and knowledge of industrial lubrication. **Behavioral Competencies:** Resilience, problem-solving orientation, proactivity, interpersonal skills, strong communication, organizational ability, teamwork, initiative, and sense of urgency. **Work Schedule:** Full availability required for shift work. **Desired Qualifications:** * 1 year of experience in machinery & equipment maintenance in a manufacturing environment; * Basic English; * Intermediate Office suite; * Proficiency in reading and interpreting hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams; **Standout Candidates Should Have:** * Proficiency in alignment of rotating machinery; * Knowledge of maintenance for paint booths, large-scale machining centers, robotic cells, welding machines, and oil supply systems; * Proficiency in functional/technical characteristics of mechanical components; * Knowledge of Power BI; *Note: This position requires the candidate to work onsite five days per week.* **Interested in this challenge and want to develop your career at Caterpillar? Apply to our selection process!** **Learn about some of the benefits offered\*:** * Health Insurance Plan * Dental Insurance Plan * Medication Reimbursement * Psychological, Legal, Social, and Financial Support Program * Wellhub * Private Pension Plan * Profit Sharing (PLR) * Meal Allowance * Meal Voucher * Christmas Bonus * Transportation Benefit * Life and Personal Accident Insurance * Extended Maternity and Paternity Leave * Employee Resource Groups (Young Professionals, Women in Networking, LAMBDA (LGBTQIA\+), Latino Group, and Active in Sports) * Caterpillar reserves the right to modify benefits at any time, with prior notice and in compliance with applicable legal requirements. Benefit eligibility may vary depending on position and location. The Recruitment & Selection team emphasizes that Caterpillar does not use personal emails or other domains (@gmail, @hotmail, etc.) to contact candidates. All open positions are posted exclusively through official company channels (www.caterpillar.com/careers.html; https://www.linkedin.com/company/caterpillar\-inc), and official Caterpillar emails always end with the domain **@cat.com**. Additionally, the company does not request any form of payment (bank transfer, PIX, etc.) for recruitment purposes. For more information, click the link: https://www.caterpillar.com/pt/careers/apply\-now/help.html \#LI **Posting Dates:** March 9, 2026 \- March 15, 2026 Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.