**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. **What you will do:** As a Pre-Treat Process Technician, you will be responsible for our Paint Pre-treatment and Wastewater process. This includes neutralizing mixed acids coming from our manufacturing process for discharge permits. You will gain experience working on ultra-pure water generation equipment to include pre-treatment equipment, reverse osmosis, supply ultra-pure water for our manufacturing processes. You will also gain experience on recovering and recycling process waste using multimedia and carbon filters along with reverse osmosis systems to help us meet our sustainability goals. **What you have:** + Paint experience + Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods + Ability to perform repetitive operations + Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. **Top candidates will also have:** + Prior pre-treat exposure/training + Knowledge or experience working with water system, wastewater, manufacturing or mechanical equipment + Knowledge or experience in the following areas: plumbing, pump repair, plant operations or maintenance + Perform calibrations and validations of sensors including pH and conductivity meters + Data collection and analysis + Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. **What you will get:** **2nd Shift:** $21.76 / hour (includes 8%-night shift premium) + Monday-Thursday 4 day/10-hour shift schedule + 5 pm – 3:30 am ****Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs**** **Additional Information** :  **Resumes are encouraged** **.** **D** **o not** **submit** **a blank application (no work history** **/** **resume)** **. This** **may lead to** **disqualification.** **Summary Pay Range:** $20.15 - $25.15 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 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. **Posting Dates:** July 23, 2025 - July 31, 2025 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. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .