Career Area:

Business 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.

About Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine

Caterpillar’s Oil and Gas division (COGMD), provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership.  Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry. When you join the Caterpillar Oil & Gas and Marine Division (COGMD), you’re joining a global team that helps to power the global energy industry as well as provide power and propulsion on the water.

About The Role

We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant in Houston, Texas. The Administrative Assistant provides administrative support and coordination of travel, calendar and team functions for the Marine leadership team reporting to the VP.

What You Will Do:

Manage complex calendars, including scheduling meetings across time zones, resolving conflicts, and proactively anticipating scheduling needs.Book and coordinate domestic and international travel, including itineraries, accommodations, and last-minute changes.Support event planning, team offsites, and leadership meetings, as needed.Prepare meeting materials, take notes, and follow up on action items.Draft and manage communications on behalf of leaders with professionalism and discretion.Build relationships across the organization and act as a point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.Optimize workflows to improve efficiency and enable scalable growth.Recognize potential problems early and take swift and impactful action.

What You Will Have:

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 managing change and multiple priorities; ability to adapt while remaining comfortable and productive in dynamic environments.

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.

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 including Copilot or other open AI platforms; ability to use the features and functions in Microsoft Office products.

Top Candidates Will Have:

Executive-level support experience, demonstrating discretion, professionalism, and a strong understanding of leadership priorities.Brings experience from sales or marketing roles, understanding how to support brand messaging, customer engagement, and business development efforts.Skilled in coordinating and communicating with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment, responsiveness, and professionalism in fast-paced environments. Shows curiosity and demonstrates initiative and a desire to grow professionally within a dynamic environment.

Additional Info:

This position is located onsite in Houston, Texas.Relocation is not available for this role.Sponsorship is not available for this role.

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 .

 

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 have 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.

Summary Pay Range:

$28.15 - $42.25

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:

August 13, 2025 - August 19, 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.

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