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Painter - 1st Shift

Caterpillar and Careers
Denison, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2026

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.

We are currently seeking to fill Paint positions.

1st Shift - Full Time

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Manually prepares work surfaces. Uses standard work to mix, spray and decal work surfaces with protective material. Operates shop machinery, hand tools, portable powered hand tools, and other equipment needed for preparation, painting and movement of parts

Basic Qualifications:

  • Good Communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork

  • Previous paint application experience

  • Ability to perform simple computer operations

  • Previous experience in manufacturing or paint environment

Physical Demands:

  • Must be physically mobile with ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach and climb

  • Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 35 lbs minimally, up to 20 lbs occasionally and up to 10 lbs frequently

  • Must be able to see, hear and speak

Additional Information:

  • 1st Shift (7:00 am to 3:30 pm)

  • Full-Time position with benefits

  • Starting pay is $18.44 hr.

  • Ability to work overtime as needed

  • Relocation assistance is not offered for this position

Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.

Caterpillar 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.

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

For more information, visit caterpillar.com.

Summary Pay Range:

$18.45 - $25.92

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

Posting Dates:

March 26, 2026 - April 6, 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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Salary : $18 - $26

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