Breaking Stereotypes and Building Skills: Jasmine Lewter’s Journey as a HOLT CAT Technician

To succeed in this industry, Jasmine believes that strong communication skills, the ability to learn quickly, and a willingness to take suggestions are essential.

For Jasmine Lewter, working with machines wasn’t just a job—it was something she had been passionate about for years. She always enjoyed working on her truck and wanted to find a career where she could apply that same enthusiasm. When she joined HOLT CAT as a Shop Service Technician at the Fort Worth shop, she found exactly what she was looking for—a workplace where she could grow, challenge herself, and prove her skills every day.

One of the things Jasmine loves most about her role is the sense of accomplishment she feels after completing a job. Each repair teaches her something new, helping her become a better technician with every task she tackles. But beyond her own growth, she’s now stepping into a mentorship role, leading the service intern program at the Fort Worth shop. For her, the best way to teach this trade is by getting hands-on. “I plan to have them be hands-on 99% of the time. I feel like that is the only way people can really learn this trade,” she says. While book knowledge is important, Jasmine believes that taking apart equipment and seeing how everything works firsthand is what truly builds skill and confidence.

Mentorship has been a crucial part of Jasmine’s journey. When she first started, Dylan Duckett welcomed her into the team, teaching her new skills and always believing in her abilities. “He never doubted that I could do the job,” she says. Even now, as Dylan has moved into a field technician role, Jasmine still calls him for advice. Having that support has made a difference in her confidence and success as a technician.

Jasmine is also proving every day that women are just as capable as men in this industry. “The biggest misconception people have about women in this line of work is that we are not capable of doing the work,” she says. She takes pride in proving that idea wrong every day and has even noticed a shift in the mindset of some of her male coworkers. Through her work ethic and technical skills, she’s changing perspectives.

To succeed in this industry, Jasmine believes that strong communication skills, the ability to learn quickly, and a willingness to take suggestions are essential. Whether it’s learning a new way to do a job or handling a workplace situation, she emphasizes the importance of being open-minded and adaptable.

For Jasmine, Women in Construction Week is about more than just recognition—it’s about inspiring the next generation. “It always feels good to be recognized,” she says. But more importantly, she hopes that young women see her in this industry and realize that they can do it too. “I hope that other young women see me working in this industry and feel like they could do that someday too!”