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Principal Refurbishment Technician/Training Lead 2nd Shift

Solar Turbines, Inc.

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$31.47-47.20 /h
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Mabank, TX
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Second Shift
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

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.

Functions in a technical leadership/consulting role. Typically responsible for refurbishment, modification, repair, fabrication, test, security, safety, and technical direction to various teams in order to assure turbomachinery packages are updated to customer needs and specifications.

This is a 2nd shift position

What you will do:

Applies extensive technical, mechanical, electronic skills required to perform all aspects of package refurbishment on all product lines. Reviews and analyzes current refurbishment processes and identifies improvements which result in increased productivity and/or eliminate non-value added steps. Researches and purchases new equipment, learns how to use new equipment and assists others in acquiring new skills. Supplies solutions to the most complex and technically challenging aspects of refurbishment and support activities. Works with minimal supervision, consulting management and supporting engineering department needs, as required. Functions as an independent resource in a highly specialized refurbishment facility. Acquires new equipment, learns it and trains others on same.

Assignments can include, but are not limited to any combination of the following duties:

Technician Duties:

  • Develops prototype, first article equipment and procedures. Determines required tooling and interfaces with engineering for prototype drawings.

  • Responsible for the definition and the development of simulator and/or tooling, as required by established test procedures.

  • Works with engineers to document hardware and procedures.

  • All other activities related to the delivery of turbomachinery refurbishment packages to high quality standards and tight schedules, including small component assignments; weld preparations, etc.

Training Lead duties:

  • Lead long and short-term projects related to technical and safety training development

  • Develop employee specific training plans and work with department mentors to ensure employee competency

  • Develop training resources such as equipment or power point presentations to effectively deliver training and OJT

  • Responsible for training and developing lesser experienced technicians in proper techniques and practices of assigned areas

  • Plans and implements process improvements to improve Overhaul/Refurbishment effectiveness

  • Supports engineers in revising technical processes

  • Assist in troubleshooting activities to identify the root cause of problems and supplies solutions to correct them


What you will Have:

  • Must demonstrate capability to resolve complex problems, utilizing sound judgement, drawing on in-depth technical knowledge and experience.

  • Requires advanced training and experience in leading a technical team in the execution of turbomachinery package refurbishment.

  • Must have related formal technical training or the equivalent in work experience plus at least five years of hands-on turbomachinery experience.

  • Knowledge of all safety and environment restrictions affecting the facility.

Summary Pay Range:

$65,454.00 - $98,182.00

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

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

May 19, 2026 - May 25, 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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