Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Building Texas…  Powering the World .

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: Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Experienced) – Shop & Field Service | Houston, TX
( Cat Mechanic Jobs | Diesel Technician | Heavy Equipment Repair | Field Service Technician )

Mustang Cat is actively hiring experienced Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanics for both Shop Service and Field Service positions in Houston, Texas . If you're a skilled diesel technician with a passion for fixing earthmoving equipment , this is your opportunity to build a lasting career with a trusted Caterpillar® dealership .

What You’ll Do as a Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Mechanic:

As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic , you'll inspect, service, diagnose, and repair Cat diesel-powered equipment and construction machinery , including:

• Set-up, diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance
• Component replacement (hydraulics, fuel systems, transmissions, undercarriage, electrical, etc.)
• Shop Service: Work with mentor technicians in a fully equipped shop
• Field Service: Operate from a company-provided service truck , servicing customers at their job sites
• Maintain high-quality standards and follow all safety procedures

Position Requirements:

• Must own tools required to perform heavy equipment repairs
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong mechanical understanding of diesel engines , electrical , and hydraulic systems
• Hands-on experience with transmissions, track systems, components, and fuel systems
• Previous experience with Caterpillar or competitive earthmoving equipment brands
• Proficient in technical diagnostics and able to use Cat ET (Electronic Technician) or similar systems

Strongly Preferred:

• Welding and fabrication experience: MIG welding, arc gouging, oxyacetylene torch
• Familiarity with hydraulic pumps, valves, and motors
• Formal training from OEM programs or accredited technical schools
• Experience using diagnostic tools such as Cat ET, Cummins Insite, or competitor platforms

Top Benefits at Mustang Cat:

• Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Great Work-Life Balance
• On-Premise Clinic
• Boot & Tool Allowances
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Job Stability with a respected Cat dealership
• Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Technician Review Program eligibility

Technician levels and pay rates are based on your skills, certifications, and experience.

Join Mustang Cat and bring your expertise to a team that supports the backbone of Texas infrastructure.
Apply today and build your future with a leader in diesel equipment service and field repair .

 

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Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PandoLogic. Keywords: Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Location: Channelview, TX - 77530 , PL: 601711706

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Full time, Immediate start, Relocation package,

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