My dad worked at CAT mostly as a machine repairman. Growing up, I never seriously considered working at CAT. I was 15 when I visited a college radio station, and decided being a DJ was what I wanted. But life took me into video and TV broadcasting instead, with no regrets.
My dad never really taught me some basics of home repairs. But I have replaced faucets, ceiling lights, dryer heating elements, and some light switches. Instructions included helps a lot.