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Mustang Cat

Heavy Equipment Technician

Mustang Cat, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Mustang Cat . Mustang Cat has proudly served the construction, oil & gas, power generation, marine, and manufacturing industries as the authorized Caterpillar® dealer for Southeast Texas.

Now Hiring: Heavy Equipment Technician – Houston, TX (Advanced Heavy Equipment Technician | Caterpillar Diesel Mechanic | Field Service Equipment Technician | Construction Equipment Repair Expert)

Mustang Cat is actively hiring Advanced Heavy Equipment Technicians for shop and field service roles in Houston, Texas. As a key player in our service operations, you’ll perform complex diagnostics, overhauls, and repairs on Caterpillar diesel‑powered construction equipment.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair Caterpillar diesel construction equipment

Use Cat ET and other diagnostic tools to troubleshoot systems and components

Perform preventative maintenance, part installations, and rebuilds

Service hydraulic, electrical, transmission, fuel, and undercarriage systems

Operate independently in the shop or in the field using a company‑provided service truck

Collaborate with mentors and team members for complex diagnostics

Top Benefits For Heavy Equipment Mechanics

Up to $2,000 Sign‑On Bonus

Great Work‑Life Balance

On‑Premise Clinic

Boot & Tool Allowances

Tuition Reimbursement

Vast Growth Opportunities

Job Stability

Full‑Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Employer Matching

Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays

Technician Career Review Program – Ask a recruiter today!

Requirements

Must own proper tools to perform necessary repairs

High school diploma or equivalent required

Deep understanding of hydraulics, transmissions, fuel systems, and undercarriage components

Experience using diagnostic systems such as Cat ET

Prior military or heavy construction mechanic experience (Caterpillar or similar brands)

Ability to work independently in shop or field settings

Strongly Preferred Experience

Welding and fabrication: MIG, arc welding, oxyacetylene, arc gouging

Hands‑on experience with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors

Earthmoving equipment service training via dealership, OEM, or technical schools

Proficiency with Cat ET or competitor troubleshooting platforms

Heavy Equipment Technician levels and compensation are based on experience, certifications, and technical expertise.

Want to Know More? Get a firsthand look at what it’s like to work as a technician at Mustang Cat. Hear from our current technicians and learn why they love working with customers to Build Texas and Power the World.

Join us EVERY FRIDAY from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for Technician Open Interviews at our Northwest Houston/HWY 290 location.

Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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