Advice for a new guy?

I'm an Army mechanic, getting ready to transition into the civilian side. I was wondering if y'all could help me with a couple questions.

1. Does CAT treat their techs good? What is it like working for them?

2. Do I need tech school? I have 6 years of turning wrenches in the Army, experience with just about everything from undercarriage to electrical. Would I make a solid candidate without tech school?

Advice for a new guy?