Mustang Cat
Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician
Since 1952, Mustang has proudly served the construction, oil & gas, power generation, marine, and manufacturing industries as the authorized Caterpillar® dealer for Southeast Texas. Start your career with Mustang Cat—one of America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces of 2025.
Now Hiring: Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician – Houston, TX (Advanced Skill Level | Caterpillar Diesel Mechanic | Field Service Equipment Technician | Construction Equipment Repair Expert)
Mustang Cat is actively hiring Heavy Equipment Field Service Technicians in Houston, Texas. As a key part of our service team, you’ll perform complex diagnostics, overhauls, and repairs on Caterpillar diesel-powered construction equipment in the field. If you’re an experienced Caterpillar mechanic or a skilled field service equipment technician, this is your opportunity to build a long-term career with a dealership trusted across Texas.
What You’ll Do as a Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician
Diagnose and repair Caterpillar construction equipment
Use Cat ET and other diagnostic platforms to troubleshoot systems
Service hydraulic, electrical, transmission, fuel, and undercarriage systems
Perform preventative maintenance, installations, rebuilds, and repairs
Operate independently in the field with a company‑provided service truck
Support customers to ensure minimal downtime on job sites
Top Benefits for Heavy Equipment Field Service Mechanics
Up to $2,000 Sign‑On Bonus
Great Work-Life Balance
On-Premise Clinic
Boot & Tool Allowances
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Growth & Technician Development Program
Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with Employer Match
Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
Long-term Job Stability with an industry leader
Requirements
Must own proper tools for diagnostics and repairs
Valid Driver’s License with clean record
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong understanding of hydraulics, transmissions, and undercarriage systems
Experience using diagnostic systems such as Cat ET
Prior military mechanic or heavy equipment repair experience strongly valued
Preferred Experience
Welding & fabrication (MIG, arc welding, oxyacetylene, arc gouging)
Hands‑on experience with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors
OEM, dealership, or technical school equipment service training
Advanced proficiency with Caterpillar diagnostic platforms
This position is based in Houston, TX, and offers career advancement across Mustang Cat’s 35‑county territory. Technician levels and pay are based on experience, certifications, and technical expertise.
Ready to work with the best? Apply today and join Mustang Cat in powering the future of Texas.
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.
Check out the Mustang Cat Anthem to see our mission in action!
Having trouble logging in? Create an account through the link on the "Sign In" pop-up window, and apply today!
Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary: $41,600.00–$150,000.00
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Now Hiring: Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician – Houston, TX (Advanced Skill Level | Caterpillar Diesel Mechanic | Field Service Equipment Technician | Construction Equipment Repair Expert)
Mustang Cat is actively hiring Heavy Equipment Field Service Technicians in Houston, Texas. As a key part of our service team, you’ll perform complex diagnostics, overhauls, and repairs on Caterpillar diesel-powered construction equipment in the field. If you’re an experienced Caterpillar mechanic or a skilled field service equipment technician, this is your opportunity to build a long-term career with a dealership trusted across Texas.
What You’ll Do as a Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician
Diagnose and repair Caterpillar construction equipment
Use Cat ET and other diagnostic platforms to troubleshoot systems
Service hydraulic, electrical, transmission, fuel, and undercarriage systems
Perform preventative maintenance, installations, rebuilds, and repairs
Operate independently in the field with a company‑provided service truck
Support customers to ensure minimal downtime on job sites
Top Benefits for Heavy Equipment Field Service Mechanics
Up to $2,000 Sign‑On Bonus
Great Work-Life Balance
On-Premise Clinic
Boot & Tool Allowances
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Growth & Technician Development Program
Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with Employer Match
Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays
Long-term Job Stability with an industry leader
Requirements
Must own proper tools for diagnostics and repairs
Valid Driver’s License with clean record
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong understanding of hydraulics, transmissions, and undercarriage systems
Experience using diagnostic systems such as Cat ET
Prior military mechanic or heavy equipment repair experience strongly valued
Preferred Experience
Welding & fabrication (MIG, arc welding, oxyacetylene, arc gouging)
Hands‑on experience with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors
OEM, dealership, or technical school equipment service training
Advanced proficiency with Caterpillar diagnostic platforms
This position is based in Houston, TX, and offers career advancement across Mustang Cat’s 35‑county territory. Technician levels and pay are based on experience, certifications, and technical expertise.
Ready to work with the best? Apply today and join Mustang Cat in powering the future of Texas.
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.
Check out the Mustang Cat Anthem to see our mission in action!
Having trouble logging in? Create an account through the link on the "Sign In" pop-up window, and apply today!
Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary: $41,600.00–$150,000.00
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