Career Area:

Business Support Services

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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
 

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who care not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers and future work 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.

 

Our Caterpillar Defense Business Unit is one of the most distinctive and dynamic business units within Caterpillar. In Caterpillar Defense, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the product value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to delivery. Caterpillar Defense sells products across the entire portfolio of Caterpillar offerings.  Cater pillar Defense is responsible commercial product sales to our US Department of Defense, Federal Civilian Agencies and our Allied partners and to also ensure compliance with federal regulations and export requirements.   

 

We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.

 

Through it all, we are one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition.  Learn more about the Caterpillar Experience.

 

What You Will Do:

As an Administrative Assistant located in Dallas, Texas, you will provide advanced clerical and administrative support and relief of administrative detail to the Vice President and General manager of Caterpillar Defense, availing them the additional time for their top management responsibilities.  This individual must have a passion and enthusiasm for exceeding expectations of the role and thrive in a fast -paced environment.

 

What You Have (Basic Requirements):

• HS Diploma/GED.

• 5 (plus) years of experience in an administrative role at various levels in an organizations

• Experience working in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically creating PowerPoints, basic spreadsheets, and communications on the manager’s behalf).

• Experience with drafting communications and proofreading documents on behalf of the principle.

Skills Needed:

 

• Office Administration: Knowledge of office administration activities; ability to carry out ongoing office administration tasks effectively and efficiently in support of local and remote teams.

• Microsoft Office: Knowledge of Microsoft Office; ability to use the features and functions in Microsoft Office products.

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

• Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

• Flexibility and Adaptability: Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change.

• Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

 

What You Will Get

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day-one benefits:

Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
401k savings plan
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short and long-term disability coverage
Life Insurance
Paid parental leave
Healthy Lifestyle Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Identity Theft Protection)

 

Additional Information:

• Location:  Irving TX (USA)

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.

• Our team embraces flexibility through a hybrid work model.  In addition to working onsite at our facility in Irving TX, our hybrid work model allows employees the flexibility to work from home based on business need.

 

This job is subject to Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI) which prohibits the release of controlled technology and technical data to non-U.S. citizens.  By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you are a U.S. citizen; do not hold a dual citizenship with another country; and are willing to present evidence of your U.S. citizenship.

 

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to 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#LI

Posting Dates:

December 3, 2024 - December 9, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

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

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