I get to work with and meet a lot of people from our community and from Caterpillar, locally and corporate wide. I'm not micro-managed and I have a lot of flexibility. My supervisor trusts me to do my job, but is available when I need support or guidance. Caterpillar has many opportunities for people with communication degrees or experience. A good communicator takes an idea and shapes it into a meaningful message that can be readily heard and comprehended.
Communicators are very people focused and have a feel for employee and community relations.
As Caterpillar continues to grow and reach out to new countries and communities, this skill will be more important than ever. I didn't realize just how big a role a company can play in the community. I've seen Caterpillar make a difference in our community, not just through monetary donations, but through the participation of our employees and the moral support that Caterpillar gives to our employees who are involved in community activities. Our employees have built playground equipment, a 'Welcome to Corinth' sign, and raised money for the American Cancer Society and United Way. They've donated coats and canned goods, toys for needy children and provided environmental education to thousands of children.