Career Area:

Human Resources

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.

At Caterpillar’s Decatur, IL facility, we manufacture and assemble Large Mining and Construction equipment. In this role as a Labor Relations Representative, you will report to the Manager of Labor Relations and will be primarily responsible for presenting the company’s interpretation and application of the company-union negotiated labor agreement, contribute to the company’s labor bargaining position, and administer personnel practices. As a member of the Human Resources team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!

What you will do:

• Contributes to the total company-union relationship through contacts with union representatives and guidance to operating management in attaining an effective relationship with the union. Also contributes to the company's labor bargaining position through interpretation, application and communication of the provisions of the company-union labor contract at all levels of management.
• Counsels and provides guidance to management in an effort to resolve grievances at the lowest possible level. Analyzes and helps develop the company's position for the third step and conducts third step meetings with union representatives with minimal assistance from the LR Manager where grievances are discussed and answered. Prepares a set of minutes from each meeting that are exchanged with the union.
• Ensures that plant management is prepared to answer grievances by reviewing grievances upon request and advising managers on presentation techniques. Ensures that assigned arbitration cases are prepared and presented in line with the company's interest.
• Conducts research of negotiable subject matters and participates in the preparation and writing of contract language at periodic negotiations, and as required, prepares letters of agreement or understanding, with departmental approval.
• Serves as a member of the Union-Management Safety and Alcohol/Drug Committees. Provides training in labor relations to operating management; processes pay-related claims, i.e., bereavement and jury duty; drafts letters authorizing payment for grievances resolved in grievance procedures and writes hourly Personnel Practices.

What Skills you will have:

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.

Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.

Industrial Relations: Knowledge of the concept, theories, and approaches of industrial relations; ability to maintain harmonious relations between employers and employees.

HR Legal and Regulatory Environment: Knowledge of HR legal and regulatory environment; ability to advise on laws and regulations affecting HR practices.


Additional Experience:

• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• The ability to flex schedule both early and late to support a 3-shift operation
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues and to develop a cooperative work relationship with others inside and outside of department
• Good communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Bachelor Degree in Business or Human Resources or related area of study, or equivalent experience

Additional Information:

• The primary location for this position is Decatur, IL 
• This is an on-site, 5 days a week role 
• Domestic relocation assistance is available 
• This position may require 5% travel 
• Sponsorship is not available 

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 benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar –

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Final details:

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Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

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.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

March 18, 2026 - March 30, 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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