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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
- Inspect, service, diagnose, and repair Cat diesel-powered equipment and construction machinery, including component replacement and preventive maintenance.
- Work in the shop or service customer job sites in a field service truck.
What you need
- Must own toolsrequired to perform heavy equipment repairs
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong mechanical understanding ofdiesel engines,electrical, andhydraulic systems
- Hands-on experience withtransmissions, track systems, components, and fuel systems
- Previous experiencewith Caterpillar or competitiveearthmoving equipment brands
- Proficient intechnical diagnosticsand able to useCat ET (Electronic Technician)or similar systems
- Education: a high school diploma
Key skills
diesel engineselectricalhydraulic systemstechnical diagnosticsCat ETtransmissionstrack systemsfuel systemsCaterpillar equipmentMIG weldingarc gougingoxyacetylene torch
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Perks
- Great Work-Life Balance
- On-Premise Clinic
- Boot & Tool Allowances
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Technician Review Program
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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
.