Sign-on Bonus! Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Sign-on Bonus! Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Req #1202

Mustang Cat - Houston, Houston, Texas, United States of America

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Job Description

Posted Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM

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.

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.

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Mustang Cat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Details

Pay Type

Hourly

Hiring Min Rate

17 USD

Hiring Max Rate

45 USD