Heavy Equipment Technician
Mustang Cat
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- Pay
- $17 to $45
- an hour
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Contractor, Temporary
- Posted
- Oct 10
- 10 days ago
Career path
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About the company
Mustang Cat
Machinery · 501 to 1,000 employees
What you'll do
- Diagnose, service, and repair Caterpillar diesel construction equipment, including maintenance, installations, rebuilds, and repairs to hydraulic, electrical, transmission, fuel, and undercarriage systems.
- Work independently in the shop or field and collaborate with team members on complex diagnostics.
What you need
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- The posting also asks for a deep understanding of equipment systems, diagnostic system experience, and prior military or heavy construction mechanic experience.
- Education: a high school diploma
Key skills
Cat EThydraulicstransmissionsfuel systemsundercarriage componentsdiagnostic systemsheavy construction mechanic experienceWelding and fabricationMIGarc weldingoxyacetylenearc gouginghydraulic pumpsvalvesmotors
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Perks
- Great Work-Life Balance
- On-Premise Clinic
- Boot & Tool Allowances
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Vast Growth Opportunities
- Job Stability
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
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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
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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.
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