Total Rewards Specialist

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📍 Peoria, IllinoisFull time💰 USD 72K–109K
Full time

About this role

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.

Intro:

Provides Total Rewards support to internal customers in support of benefit and total health & wellbeing programs, compensation management, employee relocation & expatriate management and retirement programs. The role administers Total Rewards programs, completes analysis of market data and trends, collection and submission of data for market surveys, supports the development of Total Rewards communications, and participates in Total Rewards related projects.

What You Will Do:

  • Administers Total Rewards programs, communicating with internal customers and partnering with external vendors
  • Participates in Total Rewards related projects, interacting with consultants and internal partners
  • Performs qualitative and quantitative research on Total Rewards related programs to support business and talent challenges
  • Ensures compliance of Total Rewards programs and policies and manages employee data in line with company policies

What You Have :

  • Education/Experience: Degree or equivalent experience desired
  • Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems
  • 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
  • Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner
  • Benefits Programs: Knowledge of employee benefits programs, processes, issues and considerations; ability to design and implement benefits programs

What Will Set You Apart :

  • Knowledge of compensation structure, and regulations and policies related to compensation; ability to design, implement and evaluate compensation programs, policies and processes within an organization
  • Knowledge of features, policies and processes of retirement programs; ability to implement and manage employee retirement programs and plans
  • Experience conducting job analysis and salary survey activities
  • Experience analyzing corporate benefits plans and market trends
  • Experience working with external benefits and retirement vendors
  • Experience supporting Total Rewards communications and related projects

 

 

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:

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.

 

 

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

 

Posting Dates:

August 13, 2026 - August 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.

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The listed salary for this Total Rewards Specialist position at cat is USD 72K–109K. This is an Full time role.
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