Career Pathways High School Program - Decatur - Assembly & Test Specilaist

Caterpillar Inc.•Decatur, IL

About The Position

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. Caterpillar Career Pathways Program The 12‑month Caterpillar Career Pathways Program is designed to provide high school rising seniors with an opportunity to build foundational work skills in preparation for a long‑term career in the manufacturing trades at Caterpillar. Selected students will participate in a multi‑phase program that develops both technical and non‑technical competencies needed for full‑time employment in welding and manufacturing upon high school graduation. Program Structure Participants will receive high school credit and a paid hourly wage from Caterpillar while gaining classroom and hands‑on experience throughout three phases: Phase I: Summer Internship Phase II: Fall Semester Co‑Op – For High School Credit Phase III: Spring Semester Co‑Op – For High School Credit Assembly and Test Specialist The Assembly and Test Specialist is responsible for assembling, testing, diagnosing, and repairing prime products and major components to ensure they meet Caterpillar’s quality and performance standards.

Responsibilities

Assemble, test, diagnose malfunctions, and perform adjustments or repairs on prime products and major units, including powershift transmissions, marine transmissions, winches, and fuel injection systems.
Inspect units and assemblies to determine the source of malfunctions or performance issues.
Assemble, dynamometer test, and repair torque converters.
Assemble final drives, pipelayer draw works, direct‑drive transmissions, and units required for special attachments or specialized parts usage.
Perform assembly operations in sub‑assembly areas that support prime product assembly lines.
Operate remote radio‑controlled cranes or specially equipped vehicles to transport prime products such as wheel loaders, scrapers, and motor graders (as required).
Ensure adherence to safety standards, quality expectations, and production timelines.