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Caterpillar Military Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Account Manager - Caterpillar Defense

Irving, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

S. military and federal government, allied militaries and governments, and original equipment ... Caterpillar's largest single customer is the U.S. Department of Defense.190,000+ machines, tanks ...

Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Beaumont, TX · On-site

$17 - $45/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Heavy Equipment Technician , you'll inspect, diagnose, and repair Caterpillar diesel-powered ... Prior earthmoving equipment or military mechanic experience * Ability to work independently in a ...

Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Mustang, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Heavy Equipment Technician , you'll inspect, diagnose, and repair Caterpillar diesel-powered ... Prior earthmoving equipment or military mechanic experience * Ability to work independently in a ...

Early Career Welder Trainee

South Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$33.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do ... Manufacturing, fabrication, construction, shipbuilding, railroad, military, or industrial ...

Machine Repair Mechanic

South Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$34.57/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do ... Equivalent military training Preferred Qualifications * Experience with preventive and predictive ...

3rd Shift Paint Production Manager

Sanford, NC · On-site

$89K - $133K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do ... Leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, or military environments * Hands-on ...

Skillbridge - Fellowship

Mossville, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do ... Assigned for a period of 30-120 days (Military Chain of Command Approval required) to perform ...

Rental General Mechanic

Belden, MS

$20.50 - $27.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are the go-to Caterpillar dealer for Middle and West Tennessee and North Mississippi. Come join ... military experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. * Two or more years of ...

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How much do caterpillar military jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for caterpillar military in the United States is $42,087.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $49,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Caterpillar Military?

A Caterpillar Military job typically refers to civilian positions with Caterpillar Inc. that support military operations, such as maintaining, repairing, or operating heavy equipment used by the armed forces. These roles may involve logistics, engineering, technical support, or equipment training for military customers. Employees may work on projects that help military units deploy machinery in a variety of environments. While these positions are not active-duty military roles, they require a strong understanding of military needs and Caterpillar machinery.

What are the typical responsibilities and team dynamics for someone working in a Caterpillar Military support role?

In a Caterpillar Military support role, your primary responsibilities often include maintaining, repairing, and servicing heavy equipment used by military organizations. You may work closely with both civilian Caterpillar technicians and military personnel to ensure equipment readiness and operational efficiency. Teamwork is essential, as projects often require coordination between field service teams, engineers, and logistics staff to meet strict deadlines and safety standards. The work environment can range from shop-based maintenance to on-site field support, occasionally in challenging or remote locations. This role offers opportunities to develop specialized technical skills and advance into supervisory or specialized engineering positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Caterpillar Military technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Caterpillar Military Technician, you need expertise in heavy equipment maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, and a solid understanding of diesel engines, often supported by vocational training or military technical schooling. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, Caterpillar service software, and technical manuals is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments are crucial soft skills. These skills ensure reliable equipment performance and mission readiness in challenging military settings.

What is the difference between Caterpillar Military vs Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Technician?

AspectCaterpillar MilitaryCaterpillar Heavy Equipment Technician
CertificationsMilitary technical training, certifications in military equipmentASE certifications, manufacturer training for heavy machinery
Work EnvironmentMilitary bases, field operations, repair depotsConstruction sites, repair shops, dealerships
Employer & IndustryMilitary branches, defense contractorsConstruction, mining, agriculture industries

Both roles involve repairing and maintaining heavy machinery, but Caterpillar Military focuses on military equipment and operates mainly within military settings, while Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Technicians work on civilian construction and industrial machinery in commercial environments.

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What states have the most Caterpillar Military jobs?

States with the most job openings for Caterpillar Military jobs include:

Infographic showing various Caterpillar Military job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,087 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

Account Manager - Caterpillar Defense

Caterpillar

Irving, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Caterpillar Inc. rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 480 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

287th of 490 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Career Area:
Sales
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.
About Caterpillar Defense
Caterpillar Defense proudly serves all branches of the U.S. military and federal government, allied militaries and governments, and original equipment manufacturers. For over 100 years, we have supplied reliable products and solutions to government agencies and military forces worldwide, supporting people who put their lives on the line to provide security, generate energy and supply humanitarian aid.
Today, we continue to deliver leading-edge products and global services, working around the clock and around the world to deliver the power and performance that customers need. Caterpillar's largest single customer is the U.S. Department of Defense.190,000+ machines, tanks, tactical vehicles, and submarines move missions forward with Cat engines. We also provide solutions for power generation and surface ships. Cat has powered crucial engineering and logistical operations in every major conflict since WWI
Job Summary:
The US Vehicle Power Train Account Manager focus on growing new and increase current business opportunities with key US based defense contractors. As part of the sales team in Caterpillar Defense, focus will be with the development of sound business relationships with government customers, original equipment manufacturers, dealers, and other relevant strategic partners. Reporting directly to the Caterpillar Defense International Sales Manager, this position requires a strong, motivated, self-driven individual with defense experience, industry knowledge and an ability and hunger to learn from a strong team.
What You Will Do:
  • Management of key US based defense accounts for vehicle powertrain alongside other US focused members of the team.
  • Work with Business Development and other cross functional teams to deliver Cat Defense as the best solution and achieve increased growth opportunities.
  • Present growth opportunities to key stakeholders for business go/no go decisions.
  • Be a strong advocate for Cat Defense with key customers, operators and industry to increase, manage and communication both internally and externally - key growth opportunities.
  • Represented Caterpillar & Cat Defense at key defense exhibitions
  • Create a strong link and business relationship with key accounts
  • Work with senior management to establish a vision and overarching strategy needed to accomplish sales growth goals that aligns to Caterpillar Defense's objectives.
  • Create a sense of urgency and intense customer and dealer focus with close collaboration with partners to deliver high levels of customer satisfaction and sales growth year over year.
  • Effectively manage and analyze the customer throughout the lifecycle, with a goal of improving customer relationships and driving sales growth.
  • Develop effective internal partner relationships and relationships with major customers so that sales objectives can be achieved.
  • Consult with various departments within Caterpillar regarding the direction and strategies that key industry leaders will be adopting in the future.
  • Collaborate with dealers and districts about sales and service support of product to "corporate account" customers.
  • Ensure that account decision makers have been fully exposed to the features/ benefits available from Caterpillar products, dealer, and marketing before they finalize purchasing decisions.
  • Communicate effectively across product, industry, dealer and/or customer audiences to gain understanding and acceptance of ideas and recommendations.

What You Will Have:
Customer Focus: Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and ability to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
Level Extensive Experience:
  • Facilitates customized solutions in foreign sales by aligning offerings with international customer needs and expectations
  • Fosters strong customer relationships via delivery on commitments, open communication, and on-going feedback/improvement.
  • Anticipates international customer needs, focusing efforts to proactively meet needs and exceed customer expectations.

Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of the organization's industry group, trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters; ability to apply industry knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
Level Extensive Experience:
  • Educates others on own organization's market position and niche within the global industry landscape
  • Compares and contrasts the latest developments and emerging issues across international markets
  • Raises coworkers' awareness of industry standards, practices and guidelines.
  • Assesses how regulatory and reporting requirements apply to own organization.
  • Explains the evolution of industry segments, highlighting global trends, consequences, and key issues.

Relationship Management: Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers.
Level Extensive Experience:
  • Communicates to clients regarding expectations of all parties.
  • Participates in negotiating the terms of the business relationship.
  • Conducts periodic reviews of work effort, progress, issues, and successes.
  • Maintains productive, long-term relationships with clients or vendors.
  • Creates opportunities to educate support teams on client priorities
  • Empowers others to establish collaborative, healthy relationships.

Value Selling: Knowledge of the principles and practices for selling products, technology and services; ability to provide overall product/service 'value' and to differentiate support offerings that address clearly understood customer needs.
Level Expert:
  • Delivers bottom-line proof with credible third-party validation that proposed solutions deliver benefits of greater value than the competition.
  • Researches customer's industry, strategies, environment and plans to support their business needs.
  • Builds loyalty and 'partner versus vendor' relationships by helping customers understand, diagnose and resolve their complex business issues.
  • Provides analysis tools to identify, quantify and qualify business issues and solution value components to help clients assess alternative business proposals.
  • Provides highly solicited mentoring to various organizations regarding all aspects of 'value selling'.
  • Presents compelling business cases for very complex business issues, shifting proposed solution focus from cost to overall value (benefits/payback).

Additional Information:
  • This position is in Irving, TX and requires a 5-day-a-week in office presence
  • Domestic travel up to 25% & minimal international travel is required
  • Domestic relocation assistance is offered for this position

U.S. law prohibits the release of U.S. controlled technology and technical data to certain persons without authorization. This position involves items or information which may be subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or controlled for national security or other reasons under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you are a U.S. citizen; not hold dual citizenship with another county; and are willing to present evidence of your U.S. citizenship.
Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$128,470.00 - $192,710.00
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.
Relocation is available for this position.
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates:
August 12, 2026 - August 18, 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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