Mustang Cat
SkillBridge HOH Fellowship – Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Technician
Mustang Cat, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
SkillBridge HOH Fellowship – Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Technician
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SkillBridge HOH Fellowship – Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Technician
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Mustang Cat
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Since 1952, Mustang has proudly served the construction, oil & gas, power generation, marine, and manufacturing industries as the authorized Caterpillar® dealer for Southeast Texas. Start your career with Mustang Cat - one of America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces of 2025!
Who We Are With its headquarters in Houston, Texas, Mustang® Cat is a privately held Cat dealership that has been at the forefront of construction and power systems equipment for over 70 years. Since its founding in 1952, Mustang Cat has supported numerous projects that have shaped the footprint of Houston by providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, parts, and service. Contributing to our vision of “Building Texas… Powering the World”, Mustang’s equipment has played a vital role in building landmarks such as the Houston Astrodome, Beltway 8, and the downtown skyline in addition to generating power for facilities throughout the greater Houston area such as hospitals, education facilities, and other industries that need power. As a SkillBridge partner, you can build your future with Mustang Cat.
Job Responsibilities Our Cat Heavy Equipment Technician internship is eligible for the SkillBridge program, a Department of Defense initiative to help transitioning, active‑duty service members gain valuable civilian work experience. This program provides professional growth and development of technical skills and knowledge through mentorship, instructor‑led and computer‑based learning, and on‑the‑job training preparing participants for a rewarding career with Mustang Cat.
As a Cat Heavy Equipment Mechanic, your primary responsibility is to determine the status of services needed for various heavy and light construction equipment and perform the necessary repairs and maintenance to restore the equipment to proper operation. This includes set‑up, repair, service, diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and installation of replacement parts on Caterpillar diesel‑powered heavy equipment.
Benefits
Service members participating in this DOD SkillBridge program will continue receiving their military compensation and benefits, while Mustang Cat provides the civilian training and work experience.
Upon successful completion, participants will be eligible for continued employment with Mustang Cat.
Full‑Time Benefits include:
Up to $2000 Sign‑On Bonus
Great Work‑Life Balance
On‑Premise Clinic
Boot & Tool Allowances
Tuition Reimbursement
Vast Professional Growth Opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k) Employer Matching
Competitive Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
Potential Eligibility for Technician Review Program
Eligibility
Must be within 180 days of transition from military service (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard)
Received Unit Commander (first O‑4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship
Education: HS Diploma or equivalent
Open to all qualified transitioning active‑duty U.S. service members, both officer and enlisted, of any rank and branch
Position Requirements
Proven mechanical background and aptitude
Military experience in equipment or diesel maintenance and repair
Ability to demonstrate technical, mechanical, and troubleshooting skills
Working knowledge of transmissions, undercarriage, track systems, components, and fuel systems with a strong understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems
Safety‑oriented
Want to Know More? Get a firsthand look at what it's like to work as a technician at Mustang Cat. Hear from our current technicians and learn why they love working with customers to Build Texas and Power the World.
Join us EVERY FRIDAY from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for Technician Open Interviews at our Northwest Houston/HWY 290 location.
Check out the Mustang Cat Anthem to see our mission in action!
Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Internship
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Machinery Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mustang Cat by 2x.
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SkillBridge HOH Fellowship – Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Technician
role at
Mustang Cat
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Since 1952, Mustang has proudly served the construction, oil & gas, power generation, marine, and manufacturing industries as the authorized Caterpillar® dealer for Southeast Texas. Start your career with Mustang Cat - one of America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces of 2025!
Who We Are With its headquarters in Houston, Texas, Mustang® Cat is a privately held Cat dealership that has been at the forefront of construction and power systems equipment for over 70 years. Since its founding in 1952, Mustang Cat has supported numerous projects that have shaped the footprint of Houston by providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, parts, and service. Contributing to our vision of “Building Texas… Powering the World”, Mustang’s equipment has played a vital role in building landmarks such as the Houston Astrodome, Beltway 8, and the downtown skyline in addition to generating power for facilities throughout the greater Houston area such as hospitals, education facilities, and other industries that need power. As a SkillBridge partner, you can build your future with Mustang Cat.
Job Responsibilities Our Cat Heavy Equipment Technician internship is eligible for the SkillBridge program, a Department of Defense initiative to help transitioning, active‑duty service members gain valuable civilian work experience. This program provides professional growth and development of technical skills and knowledge through mentorship, instructor‑led and computer‑based learning, and on‑the‑job training preparing participants for a rewarding career with Mustang Cat.
As a Cat Heavy Equipment Mechanic, your primary responsibility is to determine the status of services needed for various heavy and light construction equipment and perform the necessary repairs and maintenance to restore the equipment to proper operation. This includes set‑up, repair, service, diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and installation of replacement parts on Caterpillar diesel‑powered heavy equipment.
Benefits
Service members participating in this DOD SkillBridge program will continue receiving their military compensation and benefits, while Mustang Cat provides the civilian training and work experience.
Upon successful completion, participants will be eligible for continued employment with Mustang Cat.
Full‑Time Benefits include:
Up to $2000 Sign‑On Bonus
Great Work‑Life Balance
On‑Premise Clinic
Boot & Tool Allowances
Tuition Reimbursement
Vast Professional Growth Opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k) Employer Matching
Competitive Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays
Potential Eligibility for Technician Review Program
Eligibility
Must be within 180 days of transition from military service (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard)
Received Unit Commander (first O‑4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship
Education: HS Diploma or equivalent
Open to all qualified transitioning active‑duty U.S. service members, both officer and enlisted, of any rank and branch
Position Requirements
Proven mechanical background and aptitude
Military experience in equipment or diesel maintenance and repair
Ability to demonstrate technical, mechanical, and troubleshooting skills
Working knowledge of transmissions, undercarriage, track systems, components, and fuel systems with a strong understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems
Safety‑oriented
Want to Know More? Get a firsthand look at what it's like to work as a technician at Mustang Cat. Hear from our current technicians and learn why they love working with customers to Build Texas and Power the World.
Join us EVERY FRIDAY from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for Technician Open Interviews at our Northwest Houston/HWY 290 location.
Check out the Mustang Cat Anthem to see our mission in action!
Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Internship
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Machinery Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mustang Cat by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr