Heavy Equipment Technician

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Now Hiring: Heavy Equipment Technician – Houston, TX (Advanced Skill Level – Shop & Field Roles Available)

(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.

If you’re an experienced Caterpillar mechanic or a skilled field service equipment technician, this is your opportunity to advance your career at a leading dealership trusted across Texas.

🛠️ What You’ll Do as a Heavy Equipment Technician:

As a Heavy Equipment Technician, you’ll be responsible for servicing heavy and light construction equipment - ranging from compact machinery to large earthmoving units. Your work ensures job sites stay productive and customers stay satisfied. Responsibilities include:

• 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.

Curious what it’s like to be a field service diesel technician at Mustang Cat? Hear directly from our team and explore how we help build Texas - one machine at a time.

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