Talent Acquisition Specialist (Temporary)

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. We are looking for a dynamic, organized self‑starter to join our Digital, Technology and Distribution Team as Talent Acquisition Specialist. This role would support our Digital & Technology TA Division. This team provides recruiting support for salaried management/support roles across the United States. This position ensures all responsibilities within the hiring and onboarding processes are completed accurately, timely and in compliance with country‑specific governmental regulations and professional standards and practices. What You Will Do Provide administrative assistance to the recruiting team including generating required letters and documentation for prospective candidates, scheduling interviews, creating job postings, etc. Assist in the benchmarking with industry competitors and development of hiring policy documentation. Prescreen resumes sourced against existing job requisitions at the direction of recruiters. Assist in interview scheduling with the hiring managers or administrative assistants. Schedule interviews with the prospective candidates. Provide a white glove service to our colleagues and candidates alike. Oversee/coordinate offer letters, contracts roll‑out process, background/reference check process, security clearances and other pre‑hire/transfer activities. Assist in execution of all pre‑hire activities including collection of documents. Support gathering data required to create new hire record and update recruitment applications (Workday) as required to prepare records. What You Will Have Service Excellence: Knowledge and ability to provide a level service to address customer needs timely and professionally, solution minded common customer problems Relationship Management Ability to provide prompt and effective responses to client requests and interactions. Knows when to think critically and alert the team to problems in client satisfaction Staffing and Recruiting Ability to utilize HR technology specifically using applicant tracking systems (ATS) Documents current staffing requirements and obtains additional information where necessary. What will You Have (Candidate Sourcing) Gathers information on how to improve the efficiency of candidate sourcing. Ability to assist recruiter with sourcing activities. Candidate Screening Ability to screen candidates to obtain detailed information on knowledge, skills, motivation, etc. Ability to follow Human Resources (HR) policies and standards during the candidate screening process. Including maintaining paper and electronic records of candidate information. 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. Additional information The primary location for this position is either : Chicago, Mossville (IL) or Irving, TX. This role requires up to 5 days/week onsite This role is a temporary opportunity. International and Domestic travel: None Relocation is not available Sponsorship is not available 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. Summary Pay Range $72,360.00 - $108,540.00 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 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 June 5, 2026 - June 19, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr