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Location: Kearny Mesa
Perform surface treating, preservative coating for storage and chemical and material processing operations of various metals in the form of parts and assemblies.
WORK PERFORMED:
Perform chemical processing operations working from process specifications, standards and written or oral instructions.
Perform material and processing operations such as sand, bead or shot blasting, tumbling and/or non-atmospheric controlled fields working from process specifications, standards and written or oral instruction. Group and load parts to utilize equipment efficiently and assure uniform treatment.
Make visual check of parts following treatment to ensure that surface treatment meets specification.
Maintain records as required.
Check own work In process for compliance to requirements and good shop practice.
Add proper solution to tanks as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Ability to work overtime as needed
Willing to work any shift
Experience with industrial or commercial painting
Ability to use Industrial Paint Sprayer tools
This position requires working onsite five days a week
Compensation & Benefits
Base rate for this role ranges from $20.00 - $33.41 . Actual rate will be based on experience. The total rewards package, beyond base salary includes:
Annual incentive bonus plan*
Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401(k) Savings Plan including company match
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short and long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Career Development
*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. 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.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
Posting Dates:
May 18, 2026 - June 1, 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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