Caterpillar Launches First Global Dealer Technician Challenge

Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT) has unveiled its inaugural Global Dealer Technician Challenge, highlighting the crucial role of skilled technicians in delivering top-notch customer service. This competition, open to independent Cat dealers worldwide, aims to underscore the high-tech and high-impact nature of technician careers.

“This hands-on, skills-based competition will test the technicians’ agility, resilience and versatility,” said Caterpillar Global Service Vice President Henry Venneman. “These trained experts are on the front line of support, working to keep machines and engines up and running to help ensure our customers’ critical projects are completed.”

With a projected need for over 44,000 technicians by the end of 2026, this challenge also seeks to draw attention to the growing career opportunities in the field.

“There are thousands of opportunities available globally for those who are interested in a hands-on career,” said Venneman. “Cat dealers are often looking for individuals who are problem solvers, mechanically inclined and tech savvy.”

The competition will unfold through regional and semifinal events leading up to the finals at CONEXPO/CON-AGG in Las Vegas in March 2026.