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.

FACILITIES TECHNICIAN I

POSITION OVERVIEW: Responsible for performing routine building maintenance tasks. Performance of building maintenance tasks in one or more fields (e.g. carpentry; electrical; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); plumbing, etc.); Perform general cleaning. Perform other tasks as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Inspects buildings and other structures to determine functional systems and detect malfunctions and needed repair making notes and recommendations using a pre‐established check sheet.

Performs minor electrical maintenance to include but not be limited to replacement or repair of fixtures (e.g. wall switches and outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, ballast, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, cords, etc.) using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools.

Performs minor plumbing maintenance (e.g. replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, replacing drain hoses on washers and similar devices, etc.).

Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work (e.g. preparing surfaces and using brush, sprayer, or roller to apply paints, stains, and varnishes, hanging doors, fitting locks and handles, etc.).

Reconfigures, installs, positions, and remounts’ modular offices and space (e.g. furniture, wall panels, work surfaces, storage bins, lighting, file cabinets, etc.) to accommodate user needs and maximize office space using various hand, power and specialty tools, dollies and hand trucks.

Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, break areas, rest rooms, elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas as needed.

Purchase/Order parts and maintain required documents.

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Escort service contractors to necessary locations for equipment service.

Must be able to work flexible hours.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalency.

Working experience in facility maintenance.

Trade certification in the areas of electrical, plumbing and carpentry is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Ability to read, writes, speaks and understands English fluently.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Must be customer service oriented.

Motivated, Self-Starter.

Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.

Ability to evaluate objectively, fairly, and consistently.

Ability to use common tools.

Ability to read and understand written instruction and procedures.

Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Ability to use miscellaneous electronic equipment (e.g. calculators, computers, FAX machines, copiers, etc.).

Ability to identify and resolve potential safety problems and unsafe work practices.

Ability to inform supervisor of unusual safety concerns and make recommendations for resolution.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Lifting or pushing up to 50 pounds

Ability to climb fixed and step ladders.

Bending at the waist, sitting, kneeling, laying horizontally, climbing, walking, etc., as job may require supplies).

Must be able to work outside in hot or cold conditions.

Additional Information

The location for this position is Alpharetta, GADomestic relocation assistance is NOT available for this positionThis position may require 10% travelVisa sponsorship is not available

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance.  We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers.

Summary Pay Range:

$21.65 - $28.10

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:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Posting Dates:

February 13, 2025 - February 23, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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