SkillBridge: Heavy Equipment Technician Internship

BufferSprings; Georgia; On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2,000

On-site medical clinic

Boot and tool allowances

Tuition reimbursement

Clear advancement path

401(k) with match

Relocation assistance

Gain share program

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

BufferSprings-affiliated Mustang CAT offers a SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Technician Internship in the Greater Houston Area. This on-site, full-time program provides hands-on diagnostics, maintenance, and Caterpillar equipment training with mentorship and career readiness support. Open to transitioning active-duty U.S.

service members with 45 days remaining. The 2–6 month program includes shop and field work, resume development, LinkedIn optimization, and professional goal setting, leading to

Qualifications

• Mustang CAT SkillBridge internship for transitioning service members.
• Active-duty status with at least 45 days remaining and approval for DoD SkillBridge.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repair on Caterpillar heavy equipment.
• Support in-shop and on-site repairs as assigned.
• Work with diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical components, and undercarriages.
• Assist in preventive maintenance inspections and documentation.
• Participate in team meetings and client service calls.
• Train with veteran technicians and service managers.
• Complete a final hands-on capstone project to demonstrate growth.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Diesel systems

Electrical components

Hydraulics

Diagnostics

Safety mindset

Hands-on experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Caterpillar equipment

Job description

BufferSprings-affiliated Mustang CAT offers a SkillBridge Heavy Equipment Technician Internship in the Greater Houston Area. This on-site, full-time program provides hands-on diagnostics, maintenance, and Caterpillar equipment training with mentorship and career readiness support. Open to transitioning active-duty U.S.

service members with 45 days remaining. The 2–6 month program includes shop and field work, resume development, LinkedIn optimization, and professional goal setting, leading to