DoD SkillBridge: Heavy Equipment Technician — Paid Training

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. - Abilene, TX; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms Provided

Safety boots provided

Paid training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. in Abilene, TX is offering a DoD SkillBridge internship for a Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic.

You’ll gain supervised, hands-on training diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction equipment while learning Kirby-Smith shop operations and safety standards. The program provides uniforms, boot safety gear, paid training, and potential path to full-time employment after separation.

Qualifications

• Active-duty service member eligible for SkillBridge (180 days or less before separation).
• Military experience in mechanical/maintenance fields preferred.
• Ability to read technical manuals and follow repair procedures.
• Willingness to learn manufacturer tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diagnosing and repairing diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled service on heavy equipment.
• Document work performed and parts used in the shop system.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Kirby-Smith Machinery, Inc. in Abilene, TX is offering a DoD SkillBridge internship for a Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic.

You’ll gain supervised, hands-on training diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction equipment while learning Kirby-Smith shop operations and safety standards. The program provides uniforms, boot safety gear, paid training, and potential path to full-time employment after separation.